David Moltow

Dr David Moltow is a Lecturer in Ethics and Professional Practice at the University of Tasmania's Faculty of Education. His research examines ethical dimensions of teaching practice, curriculum development, and educational policy. Current work focuses on cultivating critical learning dispositions through ethical commitments in mathematics, English and humanities education.

Research interests include:

• Ethical foundations of educational policy and curriculum
• Intellectual virtues as learning dispositions
• Ethical relationships between education and youth justice
• Aesthetics in educational contexts

Publications explore pedagogical ethics, youth justice, and educational equity. Recent awards recognize research excellence including 2017 Research Merit Certificate for Outstanding Contribution.

Manages multiple funded projects including a $150,000 grant from Catholic Education South Australia to develop Critical Learning Disposition programs. Supervises doctoral candidates in education philosophy and equity studies.