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Gillian Kidman is an Associate Professor in the School of Curriculum Teaching & Inclusive Education at Monash University. Her research focuses on science and mathematics education, particularly inquiry-based learning, STEM/STEAM integration, and sustainability education. She is internationally recognized for her work in Southeast Asia, collaborating with organizations like SEAMEO and RECSAM in Malaysia. Gillian co-edits the International Journal of Geographical and Environmental Education and contributes to the IGU CGE Steering Committee. Her projects include initiatives on accessible makerspaces for people with disabilities, teacher-parent partnerships, and numeracy professional learning programs. She has delivered keynote speeches and public lectures, emphasizing context-specific educational approaches.
Her research interests span disciplinary and transdisciplinary thinking, geographical education, Indigenous education, and the role of technology in learning. Notable collaborations include cross-case analyses of sustainability in engineering curricula and studies on Bhutanese science teachers' action research. Her work addresses global educational challenges through innovative pedagogical frameworks and policy advocacy.
Gillian’s activities include organizing conferences like the European Conference on Educational Research and contributing to workshops such as PD0150 on geography syllabus assessment. She engages in community outreach through events like the Clayton Festival and has been featured in media discussing inclusive STEM programs. Despite the breadth of her contributions, no specific awards are listed in the provided materials.
