Patricia Bourke

Patricia Bourke is a researcher at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specializing in inclusive education and special needs support. Her work examines teacher aides' roles, policy implications, and phenomenological methodologies in educational contexts. She completed her PhD in 2008 at QUT, focusing on teacher aides' experiences supporting students with disabilities.

Education:

• PhD in Education (2008), Queensland University of Technology.

Research Interests: Her research emphasizes inclusive education reforms, teacher development in diverse settings, and the application of phenomenology to understand educational experiences. Key areas include policy analysis, special education practices, and systemic impacts of inclusive frameworks on both educators and students with disabilities. She advocates for practical strategies to bridge gaps between educational theories and real-world implementation.

Publications: Her articles and conference contributions highlight trends in inclusive education policies, teacher aides' professional challenges, and methodologies for studying educational experiences. The work spans journal articles and unpublished conference papers, reflecting a focus on qualitative analysis and policy advocacy.

Awards & Grants: No scientific awards or grants are mentioned in the provided texts.

Labs/Teams: No specific lab or team affiliations are explicitly tied to Patricia Bourke in the given information.