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Kate Highfield is a former Researcher and Deputy Head for Canberra and Regional NSW within the School of Education at the Faculty of Education and Arts. Her work focuses on early childhood education, mathematics pedagogy, and the integration of technology in learning environments. She has contributed to interdisciplinary research addressing curriculum development, play-based learning, and policy implications in education. Highfield’s recent publications include co-editing foundational texts on early childhood mathematics and investigating strategies to enhance outdoor play opportunities in early childhood settings.
Her research explores digital citizenship and technology’s role in home and classroom learning environments, emphasizing ethical considerations and equity in STEM education. She has also examined biases in science education related to gender stereotypes, advocating for inclusive curricula. Highfield’s collaborative projects highlight evidence-based approaches to teacher education and policy implementation.
No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. She has not been associated with formal advisees or labs, though her contributions align with broader educational teams and research networks.
