Advance HE
The University of Newcastle, through the Educator Network, has joined AdvanceHE (UK) with an Access Membership. Access Membership brings together the latest and best practice in higher education, and provides access to services for professional development based on evidence and what works globally.
We encourage you to think about how to develop your own educator experience and professional development. A number of resources and online tools are available for your use. You now have access to:
- digital support services such as the Accredited Programme Leaders Network, on AdvanceHE Connect, and new services for 20-21 including regional webinars, online standardisation exercises and online resources
- a wealth of exclusive reports, publications and resources across key HE themes including education and EDI
- bid for Good Practice Grants to develop and share practice around the globe
- significant discount on AdvanceHE programmes, conferences and events and access to AdvanceHE Connect benefits such as member only networks and the global Connect Event Series of webinars.
Advance HE:
- Programmes and Events (discounted rates apply for University of Newcastle staff)
- Surveys: access reports allowing you to benchmark performance against peers.
- Advance HE Reports, Publications and Resources
- Advance HE Connect - online collaboration platform.
Advance HE members portal - My Advance HE
All University of Newcastle staff can create an account to access the secure members information. We encourage you to do so, and also sign up for Advance HE Connect.
AdvanceHE Fellowships
Fellows at the University of Newcastle
Our University of Newcastle Fellows are listed below. For the purpose of collaborating on future projects related to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning many of our Fellows have indicated specific areas of SOTL they are interested in. Feel free to reach out and contact individuals listed if you have a SOTL project in mind and are looking for collaborators.
To search: Expand the accordion below and select "CTl F" on your keyboard, then type a relevant SOTL Keyword. The results will be highlighted below.
Professor Jane Bleasel
Medicine | Principal Fellow
Professor Bleasel has been involved in Medical Education throughout her career as a clinician and as a University Academic. She has a Master in Health Professional Education from Monash University. She was Director of the Sydney Medical Program from 2015 – 2022 and Deputy Head of Sydney Medical School in 2021 - 2022. She led a major innovative redesign of the Doctor of Medicine curriculum (MD2020) and supervised its implementation across nine Clinical Schools associated with Sydney Medical School delivery of the MD. She was appointed as the Head of School of Medicine and Public Health and Dean of the Joint Medical Program in June 2022. She was awarded Principal Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy in January 2024
SOTL Keywords: Assessment, Course Design, Curriculum Development, Active Learning
Professor Charlotte Rees
Health Professions Education | Principal Fellow
For 20+ years, I have developed a program of health professions education research including topics such as: health workplace learning; healthcare professionalism; health professional identities; consumer involvement in health professions education; health educational transitions; and healthcare leadership. Although I have extensive experience with quantitative research methods, my methodological approach largely draws on qualitative methods currently, as well as realist approaches (e.g., realist synthesis, realist evaluation).
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Feedback, Inclusivity and Diversity, Interdisciplinary, Online Learning, Professional/Education Development, Work-integrated learning
Dr Emily Cox
Exercise and Sports Science | Senior Fellow
I am passionate about a pedagogical approach focussed on pragmatic learning experiences and authentic assessments, and providing a supportive and collaborative, learner-centred environment.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Interdisciplinary, Student-Centred Approaches, Teaching Strategies, Teaching Effectiveness, Curriculum Development, Work-Integrated Learning
Dr Tazeen Majeed
Medicine and Public Health | Senior Fellow
Dr. Tazeen Majeed, an academic in public health, integrates teaching and research to shape future health leaders and impact policy. Her approach promotes active learning, deep engagement, and research-driven teaching, fostering excellence and equity among students, staff, and the community.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Assessment, Course Design, Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives, Curriculum Development, Inclusivity and Diversity, Learning/Instructional Design, Online Learning, Student Engagement, T&L Leadership, Teaching Strategies, Student-Centred Approaches, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL
Dr Julie Reis
Nursing | Senior Fellow
Dr Julie Reis is a nurse academic with a passion for health, education and community issues. Julie believes robust, healthy and sustainable communities are critical for quality of life, with health and education fundamental to life outcomes. Her beliefs about health and education stem from Primary Health Care (PHC) philosophy, underpinned by social justice and equity principles.
SOTL Keywords: Course Design, Curriculum Development, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Approaches, Feedback, Student Engagement, T&L Leadership
Kelly-Jean Burden
Oral Health | Fellow
As a Lecturer in Industry and Clinical Education at the University of Newcastle, I am dedicated to fostering partnerships with industry stakeholders and healthcare providers to enrich the educational experience for students and enhance clinical practice outcomes. Through innovative teaching methods, collaborative research endeavors, and a student-centered approach, I aim to empower the next generation of oral health professionals to excel in their careers and make meaningful contributions to the health and well-being of communities.
SoTL Keywords: Interdisciplinary, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Approaches, Reflexive Practice, Inclusivity and Diversity, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL
Dr Shep Chidarikire
Nursing (Mental Health) | Fellow
Dr Shep Chidarikire is an experienced mental health nursing academic and clinician passionate about mental health nursing. Shep's teaching philosophy is based on the idea that learning must be fun to foster a relaxed, respectful, and co-collaborative learning environment. He is driven by quality and excellence in his teaching.
SOTL Keywords: Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives, Inclusivity and Diversity, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Active Learning, Assessment, Course Design, Curriculum Development, Feedback, T&L Leadership, Teaching Strategies, Work-Integrated Learning, Student-Centred Approaches
Professor Darrell Evans
Learning and Teaching, Medical Education and Anatomical Sciences | Fellow
I have had 30 years experience in university learning and teaching as an academic and senior executive. As such have expertise in a range of areas across the learning and teaching domain. I have published widely in pedagogical journals with a particular SOTL focus on curriculum design and development, formative assessment, near-peer teaching and opportunities for students to develop skills to communicate with different audiences.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Assessment, Course Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Technologies, Feedback, Learning/Instructional Design, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement, Student Retention, T&L Leadership, Teaching Effectiveness, Teaching Strategies
Associate Professor Tambri Housen
Epidemiology / Public Health | Fellow
Assoc. Professor Housen is an infectious disease epidemiologist and registered nurse with over 20 years’ experience developing and delivering trainings for population health practitioners from diverse backgrounds, including frontline community health care workers in low- and middle-income countries, health security workforce, and various post-graduate university training programs.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives, Curriculum Development, Learning/Instructional Design, Student-Centred Approaches, Work-Integrated Learning, Experiential Learning, Peer-to-Peer Learning
Dr Meredith Tavener
Public Health | Fellow
As a interpretive researcher and educator in qualitative health research, I conduct authentic qualitative research as an integral part of implementation science. I delve into the ‘why and how’ of health behaviour, to help effect positive change and give context to people that healthcare professionals are trying to help.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Accessibility, Assessment, Feedback, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Professional/Education Development, Student-Centred Approaches, T&L Leadership
Dr Rachael Unicomb
Speech Pathology | Fellow
Dr Rachael Unicomb is a senior lecturer and program convenor for speech pathology. Rachael has been involved in the developing of a virtual reality teaching technology for her field, and has conducted research into its use, as well as consideration of gamification characteristics of cohorts to better embed technology in teaching. Rachael is interested in transition pedagogy and leadership in teaching and learning.
SOTL Keywords: Educational Technologies, Pedagogy, T&L Leadership
Joanne Walters
Speech Pathology | Fellow
As a speech pathologist academic I am interested in communication, professional practice and educational technologies. I explore, engage and research in the use of innovative models of clinical education and teaching including simulation, Virtual Reality and gamification to enhance the student learning experience.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Accessibility, Educational Technologies, Inclusivity and Diversity, Pedagogy, Professional/Education Development, Student Engagement, Work-Integrated Learning, Teaching Strategies
Danielle Noble
Nursing | Fellow
My area of interest is student learning around the use of electronic medical records and preparation for practice.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Learning/Instructional Design, Professional/Education Development, Student-Centred Approaches, Transition to practice
Dr Colin Sanctuary
Exercise and Sport Science | Fellow
I have extensive experience from the UK and Australia in academia (University of Newcastle; University of New England; University of York St John, UK) and sport (NSWRL State of Origin; Newcastle Knights RL; Wakefield Trinity RL; Durham County Cricket Club; Newcastle United FC Academy & Hartlepool Utd).
My current role sees me lead Professional Practice and Placement within Exercise and Sport Science and link with industry partners such as, Newcastle Knights, Newcastle Jets, NSWIS, Central Coast Mariners, Central Coast Basketball and Cricket NSW. Hence, I have a real focus on applied student experiences and engagement.
SOTL Keywords: Interdisciplinary, Work-Integrated Learning, Student Engagement, Active Learning, Professional/Education Development, Feedback, Pedagogy, Online Learning
Dr Bonnie McBain
Complexity Science | Senior Fellow
Bonnie is a complexity scientist who has received national recognition for her curriculum design and teaching. Her expertise in collaborative curriculum development harnesses the expertise and experience of highly diverse stakeholders with a foundation of strong evidence-based practice. This approach builds innovative curriculum for the contemporary needs of our students.
SOTL Keywords: Sustainability Science, Science, Complexity Science, Wicked Problems, Transdisciplinary, Interdisciplinary, Systems Thinking, Collaborative Curriculum Design
Dr M A Hakim Newton
Data Science | Senior Fellow
With all-along computer science and engineering background and a PhD in artificial intelligence, I am interested in to doing research in the areas of computer science education.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Assessment, Course Design, Curriculum Development, Feedback, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Approaches, Teaching Effectiveness, Teaching Strategies
Dr Buddhini Ginigaddara Appuhamilage
Construction Management | Fellow
I am passionate about delivering construction industry focused, research led teaching. I bring my expertise in quantity surveying and modern methods of construction to the class room by designing courses with reference to latest case studies that attract students to learn more about exciting construction projects.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Course Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Technologies, Feedback, Inclusivity and Diversity, Pedagogy, Professional/Education Development, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement, Student Retention, Teaching Effectiveness, Teaching Strategies, Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives, Accessibility, Assessment, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Online Learning, T&L Leadership
Dr Alexander Gregg
Mechanical Engineering | Fellow
I am an early career lecturer from the School of Engineering. My research is primarily focussed on the design of engaging online educational content. I am particularly interested in how factors of video production influence student engagement.
SOTL Keywords: Course Design, Educational Technologies, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Student Engagement
Dr Sharon Savage
Psychology | Fellow
I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist and senior lecturer in the School of Psychological Sciences, teaching on both undergraduate and postgraduate professional courses. I have an interest in problem-based learning and blended learning methods, authentic assessment approaches and how to deliver effective feedback that encourages students to reflect and take an active role in their learning.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Feedback, Assessment
Dr Maggie Tang
Construction Management | Fellow
Construction Procurement and Tendering, Major Project in Construction Management, Project Communications, Project Management Principles, Digital Communication in the Built Environment, Research in the Built Environment.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Teaching Effectiveness
Dr Joseph Pegler
Biology | Fellow
To deliver on my teaching philosophy I employ literature informed pedagogical approaches that ensure equity of learning across a diverse body of individuals. I employ authentic assessments and experiential learning strategies to facilitate the transition of students from university to career ready graduates who can obtain employment or post-graduate studies.
SOTL Keywords: Course Design, Inclusivity and Diversity, Teaching Strategies, Student Retention, Active Learning, Curriculum Development, Educational Technologies, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Interdisciplinary, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement, Accessibility, Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives
Dr Jessica Siva
Construction Management | Fellow
Jessica is a dedicated educator who strives to incorporate innovative pedagogical practices and teaching technologies into courses to maximise the student learning experience and improve student retention. She is interested in the development of engaging and inclusive teaching artefacts for F2F, blended and online learning. She is passionate about providing students with interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and real-world learning experiences.
SOTL Keywords: Online Learning, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Student Retention, T&L Leadership, Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives, Inclusivity and Diversity, Interdisciplinary, Active Learning, Educational Technologies, Work-Integrated Learning
Dr Josephine Vaughan
Construction Management | Fellow
Employed at the University of Newcastle as a lecturer of Construction Management, Dr Josephine Vaughan is interested in the elements of building design and construction that can contribute to a positive outcome for the natural environment and human health. Josephine is actively working in this area by researching, lecturing and publishing on the process of building material selection, building material development, decision making, cultural change and innovation in the construction industry.
SOTL Keywords: Cross-Cultural / International Perspectives, Active Learning, Inclusivity and Diversity, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Interdisciplinary, Student Engagement, Teaching Effectiveness, Work-Integrated Learning
Dr Olufisayo Adedokun
Construction / Disaster Management | Associate Fellow
Olufisayo works as a sessional academic and researcher at the University of Newcastle in Australia. He is a Quantity Surveyor who is deeply passionate about disaster management. With over 15 years of combined experience in industry and teaching in Nigeria and Australia, he has gained expertise in quantity surveying and disaster resilience.
SOTL Keywords: Student-Centred Approaches, Educational Technologies, Active Learning, Feedback, Teaching Effectiveness, Inclusivity and Diversity, Assessment
Professor Catharine (Cathy) Coleborne
Historical studies / inderdisciplinary humanities | Senior Fellow
Cathy led the reinvention of the Bachelor of Arts degree and creation of an online BA (2017 to 2019). She has focused on program design and imagining new learners. She has taught history and humanities subjects and focuses on student research and writing skills, diverse assessment types, student retention and participation, and engaging cohorts.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Assessment, Course Design, Curriculum Development, Interdisciplinary, Online Learning, Student Engagement, Student Retention
Associate Professor Amy Maguire
Law (human rights and public international law) | Senior Fellow
Indigenisation of curriculum/curricular justice
SOTL Keywords: Curriculum Development, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Inclusivity and Diversity, Assessment, Course Design, Accessibility, Active Learning, Learning/Instructional Design, Student-Centred Approaches, T&L Leadership
Professor Kate Nash
Media and Communication | Senior Fellow
I am interested in inclusion and diversity in on-the-job learning in the creative industries. My current research is focused on the experiences of trainees in film and television.
SOTL Keywords: Inclusivity and Diversity, T&L Leadership, Curriculum Development, Work-Integrated Learning
Dr Mitchell Taylor
Sociology | Senior Fellow
I am a lecturer in the field of sociology, specializing in the history and philosophy of social thought. I am passionate about quality in higher education, and have a particular interest in evidence-based teaching strategies, innovative approaches to course design, and pedagogical practices which support student engagement.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Assessment, Course Design, Feedback, Learning/Instructional Design, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Teaching Strategies, Teaching Effectiveness
Dr Effie Karageorgos
History | Fellow
Effie Karageorgos is a Lecturer in History, focusing on social histories of war, incorporating trauma, violence, gender and protest. She teaches history in a way that emphasises humanity and care, and with the diversity of her cohorts in mind. She encourages students to see themselves in the histories they learn.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Inclusivity and Diversity, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement, Teaching Strategies, Teaching Effectiveness, Student Retention
Associate Professor Shaun McCarthy
Law | Fellow
Shaun is the Director of the University of Newcastle Legal Centre and Co-Director of the Centre for Law and Social Justice. He has been awarded multiple university teaching awards in Clinical Legal Education and a Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning awarded by the Australian Awards for University Teaching.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Interdisciplinary, Professional/Education Development, Student Engagement, Work-Integrated Learning, Curriculum Development
Ms Tess Rendoth
Education | Fellow
Tertiary pedagogies, indigenisation of curriculum, co-design and collaboration with students and industry partners informing assessment and curriculum.
SOTL Keywords: Course Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Technologies, Inclusivity and Diversity, Assessment, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Student-Centred Approaches, Teaching Effectiveness, Teaching Strategies
Tanya Carlyle
Marketing | Associate Fellow
Tanya embarked on a career in teaching and learning after 20 years working as a marketing practitioner. She is passionate advocate of active learning and authentic assessment, utilizing her industry knowledge to create not only job-ready graduates but life-long learners.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Educational Technologies, Online Learning, Student-Centred Approaches, Work-Integrated Learning, Professional/Education Development, Pedagogy, Assessment, Student Engagement
Dr Suzana Nashkova
Law | Associate Fellow
Dr Suzana Nashkova is an academic in law. Dr Nashkova integrates her knowledge acquired through research, international practice and academic experience into her teaching pedagogies to shape future professional leaders and legal scholars. Her research interests primarily target the areas of Intellectual Property Law and Competition Law.
SOTL Keywords: Teaching Strategies, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Student Engagement, Professional/Education Development, Online Learning, Curriculum Development, Course Design, Active Learning, Accessibility
Dr Chip Van Dyk
History | Fellow
Reserach expertise includes transnational exchange and the mutual influences of political economy and patterns of consumption. Wider research interests extend to the history of empire, botanical imperialism, early modern business and economic history. Currently writing a book on digital history.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Course Design, Educational Technologies, Interdisciplinary, Student Engagement, Teaching Effectiveness
Bethany Butchers
Law and Justice | Associate Fellow
Beth Butchers is driven to ensure quality teaching is accessible for all. They sit on the Equity Diversity and Inclusion Research Sub-Committee, which is committed to translating research into reform recommendations for policy, to increase the accessibility and inclusivity of teaching practices for diverse students at the University of Newcastle.
SOTL Keywords: Accessibility, Active Learning, Inclusivity and Diversity, Indigenous Perspectives within SOTL, Student Retention, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement
Dr Annika Herb
Education Development | Senior Fellow
Dr Annika Herb is the Education Development Lead in LDTI. She is passionate about professional development and supporting academic staff in striving for excellence in teaching and learning, and enhancing the student experience. Dr Herb has extensive experience in online and face-to-face course design, development, and delivery, and has worked previously as a Learning Designer, and academic in English and Writing, and across the Humanities. Her research interests include queer literature, children’s and Young Adult literature, gender and sexuality, and the scholarship of teaching and learning.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Course Design , Educational Technologies, Feedback, Inclusivity and Diversity, Learning/Instructional Design, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Professional/Education Development, Student-Centred Approaches, Interdisciplinary, Student Retention, Student Engagement, T&L Leadership, Teaching Effectiveness, Teaching Strategies
Jemima Morley
Learning Design | Associate Fellow
I work in a professional role in education development and learning design. With a background in student retention and support, I have a strong interest in how we can craft educational experiences that enhance learning for our diverse student cohort.
SOTL Keywords: Active Learning, Course Design, Feedback, Learning/Instructional Design, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Professional/Education Development, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement, Student Retention, Inclusivity and Diversity
Leanne Vaughan
Education Development | Associate Fellow
I am dedicated to helping staff gain recognition for their excellence in teaching in Higher Education. I am also keen to contribute to the development of an inclusive and empowering educational environment for our students by enhancing pedagogical approaches across all areas of teaching and learning.
SOTL Keywords: Professional/Education Development, Awards, Recognition, Active Learning, Online Learning, Student-Centred Approaches, Student Engagement, Student Retention, Inclusivity and Diversity
Interested in applying for an AdvanceHE Fellowship?
Please complete The Educator Network's Expression of Interest form.
Advance HE award four different categories of Fellowship:
Fellowship application packs for each category may be downloaded directly from the Advance HE website (linked above), or by completing an expression of interest via tEN.
These four categories reflect the wide range of professional practice carried out by individuals who teach and/or support learning in higher education; from those who have a partial role in teaching/supporting learning through to senior professionals with strategic impact on teaching and learning in an organisational, national and/or international setting.
The four categories of Fellowship are awarded on the basis of evidence of personal professional practice which meets the requirements of one of the four Descriptors of the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF). The UKPSF has been developed as a standards framework for the higher education sector that sets out the knowledge, skills and behaviours demonstrated by those teaching and/or supporting higher education learning.
Fellowships are awarded on the basis of a successful and effective demonstration of one of the four UKPSF Descriptors. In deciding which category of Fellowship to apply for at this stage in your career, you will need to determine which of the four Descriptors of the UKPSF is most appropriate to your practice and professional experience.
University of Newcastle staff can apply directly to AdvanceHE for Fellowship, however associated fees do apply. Please refer to the table of fees for "Direct application to the Advance HE (individual from a subscribing institution)". In 2024, a limited number of fellowship applications will be funded by the Educator Network. Funded applications must meet Advance HE's required standards and receive tEN's approval of selected fellowship category to proceed to submission. The Network will support all applicants through application preparation and an internal review process .
Not sure what category to apply for?
The Fellowship Category Tool has been designed to help you reflect on your practice and provide you with information to help understand which category of Fellowship most closely reflects your current practice and ongoing professional development and career aspirations. tEN funded applications must meet Advance HE's required standards and receive the Educator Network's approval of selected fellowship category to proceed to submission.
Need assistance with your application?
The Educator Network (tEN) can put you in touch with a mentor to review your draft application and provide advice. The Educator Network may also be able to sponsor a small number of applications, so please determine which category of fellowship you wish to apply for and then complete an expression of interest form before applying.
The Educator Network can be contacted via ten@newcastle.edu.au.
If you are interested in becoming a Mentor to fellowship applicants please email the Educator Network.
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