James Deehan

Dr James Deehan is a researcher and educator at the School of Education, Faculty of Arts and Education, Charles Sturt University (CSU). He has been actively involved in teaching, research, and academic service since 2014, with a focus on primary science, technology, and educational research methods. He earned his PhD from CSU in 2017 and has since contributed significantly to curriculum design, online teaching, and higher education research.

• Bachelor of Education (Primary), First-Class Honours (2012), Charles Sturt University
• PhD in Education (2017), Charles Sturt University

James Deehan's research centers on primary education, particularly science and technology education, STEM initiatives in non-metropolitan areas, and university teaching practices. His work emphasizes inclusive pedagogy, feedback mechanisms, and the integration of technology in teacher education. He employs mixed-methods approaches, including meta-analysis, qualitative inquiry, and scoping reviews, to advance educational knowledge.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward equity in STEM education, with a focus on rural, regional, and remote communities. He investigates how simulation technologies can enhance teacher preparation and how feedback practices influence student learning in higher education. His research also explores connectedness in creative arts education and inclusive practices in regional universities.

James Deehan has received multiple competitive grants and awards, including the CSU Faculty Excellence Award (2018), an Early Career Researcher Grant (2021), and a major collaborative grant in 2023 for STEM policy development in underserved communities. These reflect his growing leadership in educational research.

• Charles Sturt University Faculty of Arts and Education Excellence Award (2018)
• Early Career Researcher Grant (2021)
• Re-envisioning STEM Education in Regional, Rural and Remote Communities Grant (2023)
• Research Officer/Research Assistant Support Scheme (2019)

James is a registered HDR co-supervisor and welcomes opportunities to mentor Honours, Masters, and PhD students in educational research. He has taught over 40 subject offerings in science education, technology curriculum, and research methods. He also contributes to the academic community through editorial roles, serving as Associate Editor for the Asia-Pacific Journal of Teacher Education and as a reviewer for leading journals such as Studies in Science Education and Innovations in Education and Teaching International.

His current research projects include investigations into online and on-campus learning communities in creative arts, a national overview of primary science education in Australian universities, and student feedback perceptions in regional higher education. These projects are supported by formal ethics approvals and collaborative networks across institutions.