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Natalie Bennett is a Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences Teaching at Monash University with 18 years of experience in teaching anatomy and physiology to allied health students. She holds a PhD in Immunology (1992) and a Graduate Certificate in Education (2009). Current roles include Unit Coordinator for BMA1901, Chief Examiner for BMA1902, and Bioscience Discipline Coordinator for nursing programs. Her research focuses on active learning strategies, student engagement, and interdisciplinary curriculum design.
- Education:
- PhD in Immunology, University of Alabama at Birmingham (1992)
- Graduate Certificate of Education (Professional Development Studies), 2009
- External Positions:
- Senior Research Associate, DNAX Research Institute (1997–1998)
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Alabama at Birmingham (1992–1993)
Research interests include curriculum integration, student confidence-building, and flipped classroom strategies. She leads the project 'The factors that lead to the success of flipped classrooms.'
Notable awards include the Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2024) and multiple Purple Unit Awards recognizing outstanding course design. Her work contributes to UN SDG 4 (Quality Education) through innovative teaching methodologies.
Grants and collaborations involve interdisciplinary projects with colleagues at Monash and external institutions. Media engagements include Pearson Education webinars and featured educator stories.
