“My journey into educational technology emerged during my work in the K-12 system where I began to reflect on the possibilities of games and learning. This created a spark of curiosity and excitement that led to both an MA and PhD in the field of educational technology and learning design. My areas of interest have been diverse with research and design into game-based learning, intergenerational learning, digital storytelling, computer-supported collaborative learning and learning analytics. During my postdoctoral research with the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney, I designed educational initiatives to challenge ageism in the community.
Being a part of the MET community allows me to share my excitement and continue to explore new innovations with other passionate learners and faculty. Within the MET courses, I enjoy being a part of students’ exploration, play, and creation. These experiences often allow students to engage deeply with the content through artifact creation and sharing multiple perspectives that provide opportunities for transformative learning. It is an honor to be a part of these collaborative learning environments and student’s ongoing learning journeys.”
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