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Dr. Susan Main is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at Edith Cowan University (ECU), specializing in inclusive and special education, literacy intervention, and teacher professional learning. She holds a PhD in Education (2014) from ECU, alongside a Master of Education (2007) and a Bachelor of Education (1989), also from ECU. Her research focuses on instructional coaching, effective literacy pedagogy, classroom management, and technology-enhanced learning. Dr. Main is actively involved in professional associations such as the Institute of Special Educators (InSpEd) and the Australian Association of Special Education (AASE), serving as WA President and National Council Member.
Her work emphasizes collaborative projects with global and local partners to improve educational practices for diverse learners. Notable grants include the AASE Research Award (2024–2026) and projects addressing literacy in regional schools and home-educated gifted students. Dr. Main’s research has been published in journals like Disability and Society and Journal of Teacher Education.
Key achievements include advancing inclusive education policies, leading impactful interventions for struggling readers, and validating classroom management tools for pre-service teachers. Her grants include $178k for the Kimberley Literacy Project and $55k for multisensory storytelling initiatives. Dr. Main supervises doctoral research on topics like twice-exceptional students and autism advocacy, reflecting her commitment to equitable education.
- Grants: Over $500k in funded projects since 2008, including literacy interventions and inclusive practices.
- Awards: AASE Research Award (2024), recognition for her contributions to special education.
- Collaborations: Partnerships with Foodbank WA, Sensorium Theatre, and international institutions like the Seychelles Ministry of Education.
Her research labs focus on bridging theory and practice through innovative pedagogical strategies, with a particular emphasis on leveraging technology and data-driven approaches to enhance learning outcomes for marginalized groups.
