Helen Stephenson

Helen Stephenson is a Lecturer at the University of South Australia's Education Futures school, based at the Mawson Lakes Campus. She specializes in teacher education, self-regulated learning (SRL), and the intersection of care ethics with academic environments. Her research addresses challenges faced by early/mid-career researchers, cognitive engagement in classroom tasks, and the professional development of pre-service teachers.

Key areas of focus include promoting SRL strategies through teacher training programs, analyzing lesson task design using frameworks like ICAP, and investigating how socio-economic factors influence practicum outcomes. She has contributed to ARC-funded projects and collaborates with institutions like Flinders University and Tsinghua University.

Her work frequently emphasizes equity in higher education, particularly through feminist ethics of care and countering neoliberal pressures. Stephenson is a Research Degree Supervisor, guiding students in education futures and related fields.