Lynette Johns-Boast

Dr. Lynette Johns-Boast is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in the School of Computing at The Australian National University (ANU), part of the ANU College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics. She holds a PhD in Engineering Education (2016), a Graduate Diploma in Information Systems (1988), and a BA in Modern European Languages (1982), all from ANU/UC. Her research focuses on curriculum design, engineering education, team dynamics in software engineering, and open educational resources. She received notable awards, including the 2012 National Award for Engineering Education Excellence.

Education:

• PhD (Engineering Education), ANU (2009–2016)
• Grad Dip Information Systems, UC (1986–1988)
• BA (Modern European Languages), ANU (1974–1982)

Research Interests:

• Adaptive curricula and curriculum design
• Software engineering education
• Experiential learning and team dynamics
• Open educational resources
• Women in engineering

Awards:

• Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2014)
• Australian Council of Engineering Deans National Award (2012)
• WICked Woman of the Year (2007)

Teaching and Roles:

• Former Postgraduate Coursework Convenor (School of Computing)

Industry Experience: 20 years in IT, including founding a successful software consultancy firm for the Australian Government.