Mrs Katie Robinson
Lecturer
School of Education (Education)
Career Summary
Biography
Katie is a Sessional Academic and PhD candidate, forging a path in education and physical health. Graduating with a Bachelor of Teaching (Health and Physical Education) (Honours) from the University of Canberra and University of Newcastle (2002-2005), she later completed a Masters of Educational Mathematics in 2009.
Currently undergoing examination, Katie's PhD research spotlights classroom-based resistance training's impact on adolescents' cognitive function. Her study delved into the link between physical activity and cognitive performance, particularly in mathematics classes.
Katie's research acumen was showcased when she clinched victory in the 2023 University of Newcastle Three Minute Thesis competition, displaying her ability to convey complex ideas succinctly.
Katie's journey is characterized by her commitment to enhancing education through practical research. Her work has the potential to redefine the classroom experience, emphasizing the crucial connection between physical and cognitive well-being.
Qualifications
- Master of Educational Studies, University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Health & Phys Edu, University of Newcastle
Keywords
- Cognition
- Education
- Learning
- Mathematics
- Physical Education
- Physical activity
- Resistance training
Languages
- English (Mother)
Fields of Research
Code | Description | Percentage |
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390109 | Mathematics and numeracy curriculum and pedagogy | 40 |
420603 | Health promotion | 40 |
520401 | Cognition | 20 |
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
Title | Organisation / Department |
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Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Education Australia |
Teaching appointment
Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
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3/2/2014 - 20/12/2019 |
Mathematics Teacher
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Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle Catholic Schools Office All Saints College |
3/8/2009 - 20/7/2013 | Specialist Physical Education Teacher | English Schools Foundation - International Baccalaureate The Peak School Hong Kong |
Awards
Prize
Year | Award |
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2022 |
Three Minute Thesis - Winner Three Minute Thesis competition |
2022 |
Three Minute Thesis - Peoples Choice Three Minute Thesis competition |
Teaching
Code | Course | Role | Duration |
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EDUC1058 |
Lifetime Physical Activities College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Tutor | 30/1/2023 - 9/6/2023 |
EDUC1101 |
Curriculum, Assessment and Pedagogy College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Tutor | 4/2/2019 - 1/12/2023 |
EDUC4014 |
PE Studies 7 - Sports Coaching College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Coordinator, Lecturer and Tutor | 9/7/2018 - 2/12/2022 |
EDUC6776 |
Design, delivery and innovation in Secondary schools University of Newcastle, Australia |
Course Coordinator | 1/1/0001 - 1/1/0001 |
EDUC4016 |
Physical Education, Physical Activity and Health Research in Primary Schools College of Human and Social Futures |
Tutor | 13/1/2021 - 29/12/2023 |
EDUC3055 |
Pedagogies of Numeracy from Birth to 12 Years (Early childhood and Primary education) College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Tutor | 5/7/2019 - 1/12/2023 |
EDUC1016 |
PE Studies 2: Court and Striking Games College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Coordinator and tutor | 6/7/2015 - 24/11/2023 |
EDUC6776 |
Design, Delivery and Innovation in Secondary Schools College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Co-ordinator, Lecturer and Tutor | 21/8/2023 - 15/12/2023 |
EDUC3090 |
Specialist Studies in Mathematics 2 College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Coordinator, Lecturer and Tutor | 7/2/2022 - 29/7/2022 |
EDUC6775 |
Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment in Secondary Schools College of Human and Social Futures | University of Newcastle |
Tutor | 15/6/2022 - 18/8/2023 |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Journal article (4 outputs)
Year | Citation | Altmetrics | Link | ||||||||
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2023 |
Riley N, 'Test Retest Reliability and Concurrent Validity of the 30 second Sit to Stand Test in Adolescents', Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, (2023) [C1]
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2023 |
Robinson K, Riley N, Owen K, Drew R, Mavilidi MF, Hillman CH, et al., 'Effects of Resistance Training on Academic Outcomes in School-Aged Youth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis', Sports Medicine, 53 2095-2109 (2023) [C1]
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2022 |
Robinson KJ, Lubans DR, Mavilidi MF, Hillman CH, Benzing V, Valkenborghs SR, Barker D, 'Effects of Classroom-Based Resistance Training With and Without Cognitive Training on Adolescents Cognitive Function, On-task Behavior, and Muscular Fitness', Frontiers in Psychology, 13 (2022) [C1]
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2022 |
Wade L, Leahy AA, Babic MJ, Beauchamp MR, Smith JJ, Kennedy SG, et al., 'A systematic review and meta-analysis of the benefits of school-based, peer-led interventions for leaders', Scientific Reports, 12 (2022) [C1] The aim of our systematic review and meta-analysis was to quantitatively synthesise the effects of school-based peer-led interventions on leaders¿ academic, psychosocial, behaviou... [more] The aim of our systematic review and meta-analysis was to quantitatively synthesise the effects of school-based peer-led interventions on leaders¿ academic, psychosocial, behavioural, and physical outcomes. Eligible studies were those that: (i) evaluated a school-based peer-led intervention using an experimental or quasi-experimental study design, (ii) included an age-matched control or comparison group, and (iii) evaluated the impact of the intervention on one or more leader outcomes. Medline, Sportdiscus, Psychinfo, Embase, and Scopus online databases were searched on the 24th of October, 2022 which yielded 13,572 results, with 31 included in the narrative synthesis and 12 in the meta-analysis. We found large positive effects for leaders¿ attitudes toward bullying (d = 1.02), small-to-medium positive effects for leaders¿ literacy (d = 0.39), and small positive effects for leaders¿ self-esteem (d = 0.18). There were mixed findings for behavioural outcomes and null effects for physical outcomes. Notable limitations of this research are the inclusion of a relatively small number of studies, and high heterogeneity in those included. Our findings have the potential to inform educational practice, but also highlight the need for further research examining the mechanisms that might account for the observed effects. Our systematic review was prospectively registered with PROSPERO (CRD42021273129).
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Research Collaborations
The map is a representation of a researchers co-authorship with collaborators across the globe. The map displays the number of publications against a country, where there is at least one co-author based in that country. Data is sourced from the University of Newcastle research publication management system (NURO) and may not fully represent the authors complete body of work.
Country | Count of Publications | |
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Australia | 4 | |
Finland | 3 | |
Spain | 2 | |
United States | 2 | |
Canada | 1 | |
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Mrs Katie Robinson
Position
Lecturer
College of Human and Social Futures (Centre for Active Living and Learning)
School of Education
College of Human and Social Futures
Focus area
Education
Contact Details
katie.robinson@newcastle.edu.au |
Office
Room | V135 Sessional Academic staff |
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Building | V Building (Education) |
Location | Callaghan Campus University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |