معرفی
Dr. Sharyn Livy serves as a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics Education within the School of Curriculum, Teaching and Inclusive Education at Monash University's Faculty of Education. Her work focuses on enhancing primary mathematics education through teacher development, research, and professional learning programs that promote student-centered instructional approaches.
Her research centers on critical issues in mathematics education including:
- Mathematics anxiety and emotional wellbeing in learners
- Teacher professional development for primary mathematics instruction
- Addressing 'mathematical trauma' in pre-service teachers
- Strategies for collaborative mathematical learning experiences
Her recent publications analyze trends in student emotional responses to mathematics, particularly the decline in mathematical optimism from primary through secondary education, with implications for teacher training methodologies.
Award highlights:
- Senior Fellow (SFHEA) status (2023) recognizing excellence in higher education teaching
Led significant research collaborations including an Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage project developing strategies for mathematics leaders. Additional funding sources include the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority, Department of Education Victoria, Bastow Institute of Educational Leadership, and Catholic education dioceses. Her work bridges academic research with practical classroom applications through partnerships with schools and education providers.
