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Paul Gardiner is a Senior Lecturer in Creativity and the Arts at the University of Wollongong’s School of Education. His academic work focuses on creativity in education, arts pedagogy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. He holds a PhD from the University of Sydney and has extensive experience in secondary drama and English education, including roles as Chief Examiner for the NSW HSC Drama exam.
Gardiner’s research emphasizes student voice and innovative teaching practices, particularly in playwriting and creative writing. He has published extensively in journals such as Teaching and Teacher Education and authored the book Teaching Playwriting: Creativity in Practice (2019). His work bridges theory and practice, advocating for imaginative pedagogies that foster interdisciplinary thinking.
He currently serves as Academic Program Director for the Bachelor of Primary Education (Years 3-4) and coordinates the Arts in Education course, training future educators in creative arts methodologies. Past roles include Director of Research for Drama Australia (2015–2016) and committee membership with Drama NSW (2018–2022).
Gardiner’s scholarship explores themes such as feedback mechanisms in creative writing, the psychology of creativity, and leadership frameworks in education. His recent work highlights trends in creativity across primary and higher education contexts, emphasizing collaborative learning and interdisciplinary approaches.
No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though his contributions to drama education and creativity research are widely recognized. Current supervision includes a PhD candidate exploring self-authorship through reflective practices.
