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Dr. Rikki James is a Lecturer and First Year Coordinator in the Bachelor of Education Secondary program at Edith Cowan University's School of Education. She also serves as Media Education Coordinator, focusing on media literacy and curriculum development. Rikki holds a PhD from The University of Western Australia (2024) and has extensive experience advising curriculum standards for WA schools. Her research emphasizes teacher and student well-being, media literacy, and arts education.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Western Australia (2024)
- Master of Education, The University of Western Australia (2019)
- Bachelor of Arts in Education, Edith Cowan University (1996)
Research Interests:
Rikki explores media literacy's role in education, pre-service teacher well-being, and innovative curriculum design. She investigates how arts engagement and growth mindset principles enhance educational outcomes, particularly in media studies and first-year tertiary transitions.
Recent Work:
Her 2025 article examines well-being among teacher educators, while her 2024 podcast series explores pedagogical strategies beyond traditional lesson structures. Both works reflect her commitment to holistic educational practices.
Awards:
- 2024 Teaching and Learning Grant Award
Teaching & Leadership:
Rikki coordinates multiple units including EDU1010 (Becoming a Teacher) and LAN6731 (Media Education Foundations). She advises the School Curriculum and Standards Authority and actively contributes to WA's media education standards through her committee roles.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with the Partners in Literacy and Numeracy (PLaN) initiative and Golden Key International Honour Society.
