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Dean Alan Dudley is an Associate Professor (Health and Physical Education) at Macquarie University's Macquarie School of Education and a member of the Performance and Expertise Research Centre. He holds honorary Associate Professor roles at the University of Queensland, University of Sydney, and University of the South Pacific. With degrees from the University of Western Sydney, University of Wollongong, Harvard University, and the University of Oxford, Dr. Dudley specializes in interdisciplinary research linking health and education, particularly focusing on children's well-being through physical literacy, pedagogy, and policy.
- Affiliations: Macquarie School of Education, UNESCO International Bureau of Education, Australian Sports Commission
- Educations: Multiple degrees including from Harvard and Oxford
His research interests center on physical education's role in child health, learning assessment methodologies, and global health policy. Key contributions include work on UNESCO's Quality Physical Education Guidelines and the Kazan Action Plan. Recent projects include the Global Observatory for Physical Education (GoPE!) and ERASMUS+ initiatives promoting physical literacy.
- Grants/Projects: 6 active/funded projects since 2014 focusing on pedagogy, policy, and public health
Dr. Dudley has advised international bodies like UNESCO and the Oceanic National Olympic Committee, influencing policy on physical education and sports. His work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to improving children's physical activity and well-being through education systems.
Notable impacts include contributions to Australian Sports Commission policies and curriculum redesign efforts in Alberta Education.
