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Jillian Brandsema is a Lecturer in Design and Technology at the University of Tasmania's Faculty of Education. She focuses on developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills through creative solutions in Design and Technology education for pre-service teachers. Her work emphasizes scaffolded practical approaches in undergraduate and postgraduate units.
Her research interests include women entrepreneurs in rural regions, Design and Technology pedagogy, and female aspirations in STEM fields. She has facilitated investigations into female students' perceptions of computer science careers and established programming networks in regional Tasmania.
Scientific Awards:
- Emerald Publishing IRD Award (Highly Commended)
- King and Amy O'Malley Scholarship
- Multiple Teaching Merit Certificates
- Tasmanian Training Awards
Her community collaborations include 'Living Cultures' workshops using Aboriginal multimedia resources to enhance cultural teaching competencies among educators.