Michelle Briede

Michelle Briede is a Lecturer in Pathways Programs at Federation University Australia's Institute of Education, Arts and Community, serving as coordinator of the Federation Access Studies (FAST) enabling pathway program. With 20 years of professional experience spanning early childhood, primary, and adult education environments across Australia, she contributes extensive practical expertise to her academic role.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy, Education, Federation University Australia [Current]
• Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education, Federation University Australia, 2020
• Master of Educational Studies, Federation University Australia, 2016
• Certificate IV, TAE, Federation Training, 2010
• Bachelor of Education Studies, La Trobe University, 2005
• Bachelor of Teaching, La Trobe University, 2004

Her research centers on enabling education frameworks including andragogy, curriculum design, and assessment methodologies, with particular emphasis on socially responsible university pathways. She investigates enabling student/staff characteristics, educator roles within higher education contexts, and the development of student self-identity and agency. Key interests span language/literacy development in educational settings, transition between educational stages, and pre-service teacher preparation.

Her 2018-2021 publications reveal consistent focus on vocational literacy/numeracy challenges and enabling education dynamics, with recurring themes of regional student experiences, social justice in access pathways, and multi-literacies acquisition in apprenticeship contexts. These works demonstrate her commitment to equity-focused educational transitions and evidence-based support systems.

Research Affiliations:

• RAVE: Researching Adult and Vocational Education
• PeCALE: Pedagogy, Curriculum, Assessment and Learner Engagement
• SJIDE: Social Justice, Inclusion and Diversity in Education research focus group
• AIRTE: Assessment, Impact and Reflection in Teacher Education
• National Association of Enabling Educators of Australia (NAEEA)