Janine Forbes-Rolfe

Dr. Janine Forbes-Rolfe is a Lecturer in Education at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education. She serves as the Secondary Course Director and is actively engaged in curriculum development and educational advocacy.

Education:

• PhD, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia (2016)
• Master of Social Research (cwt), University of Melbourne, Australia
• Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary), La Trobe University, Australia
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Australian National University, Australia

Her research centers on Social Education, particularly Civics and Citizenship, with strong interests in Anthropology, curriculum design, and the integration of neuroscience in early years STEM education. She is a passionate advocate for democratic education and student engagement in civic life. Her work bridges academic research, policy input, and public outreach.

The recent publications reflect a trajectory blending educational theory, early childhood STEM, and cultural engagement. Her 2025 chapter highlights interdisciplinary approaches combining mathematics education with neuroscience, while earlier works explore literacy and arts in education, indicating a broad yet cohesive scholarly vision.

Professional Activities and Service:

• Vice President, Social Education Victoria (2023–present)
• Treasurer, Social and Citizenship Education Association of Australia (2011–2018)
• Reviewer, Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) (2011–2015)
• Reviewer, Education Services Australia (2009–2015)

Dr. Forbes-Rolfe is available to supervise Doctoral (PhD) students and has contributed to national curriculum bodies as a freelance writer. She has collaborated with organizations including the Australian Children’s Television Foundation and Education Services Australia. There is no indication of lab or research team leadership in the provided text, but her collaborative publications suggest active research partnerships.