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Elise Waghorn is a Lecturer in Early Childhood and Program Manager for the Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood at RMIT University's School of Education. With 18 years in the Early Childhood Education sector and 8 years in tertiary education leadership, she specializes in educational policy, play-based learning, and children's rights advocacy. Her research explores children's lifeworlds across Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore, emphasizing social justice and inclusion.
Elise holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0001-6110-3845) and is available for Masters and PhD supervision. Her teaching focuses on early childhood pedagogical practices, blending practical experience with theoretical frameworks. She actively engages in professional development for educators and public discourse on childhood development via media appearances.
Research trends highlight her focus on bridging educational structures with children's lived experiences, employing innovative methodologies like case studies. Her work addresses policy implications of high-stakes testing and STEM pedagogies for school transitions. Elise is a member of the Australian Teacher Education Association and contributes to community outreach through radio/TV segments on parenting and early childhood development.
