Nadine Adams

Nadine Adams is an Academic Casual and Educational Developer at Central Queensland University (CQUniversity), affiliated with the Learning Design and Innovation Directorate. She holds a Master of Professional Education and Training (Deakin University) and a Bachelor of Informatics (CQUniversity), alongside a Cert IV in Training and Assessment.

Her research focuses on mathematics education, eLearning strategies, and student progression in STEM fields. Key areas include transformative learning in bridging courses, technology-enhanced assessment (e.g., Tablet PCs, video resources), and virtual team dynamics in distance education. She has pioneered initiatives like the Mathematics Learning Centre and contributed to curriculum design for first-year Built Environment programs.

Adams has been recognized with significant awards, including the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards for Learning and Teaching (2013) and an Office for Learning and Teaching Citation (2013) for reducing mathematics anxiety among students. Her work on architecture and construction management eLearning has advanced online studio teaching methodologies.

Her articles span 20 years, emphasizing pedagogical innovations such as video-enhanced assessments, global virtual team projects, and bridging programs for non-traditional students. She actively collaborates with industry partners to enhance student readiness for professional roles.