معرفی
Dr. Kate Greer is a Senior Research Fellow at University College London's Institute of Education (IOE), specializing in climate change and sustainability education. She leads research on policy, practice, and impact in education systems, including a national survey of 870 teachers in England and analyses of intergovernmental climate policy processes. Previously, she held roles at King's College London, the University of Melbourne, and the University of Saskatchewan, focusing on climate communication, science education, and policy engagement. Her work spans academia, government, and NGOs, including leadership of Victoria’s ResourceSmart Schools initiative and roles in REEEP’s clean energy policy development in Southeast Asia and the Pacific.
Education:
- PhD in Education, King's College London (2017–2020)
- MA in Education, Policy and Society, King's College London
Research Interests: Dr. Greer’s work integrates environmental and climate education with policy development, emphasizing systemic sustainability transitions. She explores teacher preparedness for climate education, youth engagement through innovative science learning (e.g., coding, gaming), and international climate policy frameworks. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges education research with actionable policy solutions.
Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, her projects include multi-national collaborations like the MECCE Project and COMnPLAY Science. She advises on policy interfaces between education and climate action, leveraging her experience in both academic and governmental roles.
Labs/Teams: She is part of UCL’s Centre for Climate Change and Sustainability Education, fostering cross-disciplinary research on climate education impact and scalability.
