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Michael Cavanagh is an Associate Professor at Macquarie School of Education, Macquarie University. His research focuses on teacher education, particularly pre-service teacher self-efficacy, professional experience, and mathematics education. He has led or contributed to 11 research projects, including the Accelerate MTeach Program (2021-2025) and initiatives exploring teacher reflection through online video platforms (2018-2019). His work bridges pedagogical frameworks with practical classroom challenges, emphasizing evidence-based practices in teacher training.
Research interests span teacher self-efficacy development, cross-cultural educational strategies, and the integration of technology in mathematics education. He has published 97 research outputs, with recent studies examining longitudinal teacher efficacy and pre-service teacher feedback mechanisms. Awards include the Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s Teaching Excellence Award (2011).
- Key Projects: Accelerate MTeach Program (2021–2025), STEAM Education Development (2018–2023), and AI in Lesson Planning (2021–present).
- Collaborations: Partnerships with institutions like the University of Western Australia and international co-authors in Korea/China.
- Impact: Contributed to the 2023 Australian Teacher Education Expert Panel Report, influencing national education policy.
His lab/team focuses on innovative teacher training models, leveraging technology to enhance professional development and classroom practice.
