Career Summary
Biography
Dr Tracey Kelty is an academic at The University of Newcastle. Tracey is passionate about teaching and learning in Higher Education and research focus is student support, transitional experiences and Health and Physical Education curriculum.
Research
Currently conducting research in the field of student transition, support and tertiary education pathways at the University of Newcastle (UoN), Australia. Research and teaching surround the pedagogical experiences of undergraduate students transitioning through the preservice secondary teacher program and out into the workforce with emphasis on the Health and Physical Education program as well as pedagogy of HPE Curriculum. Previous research entails a Master of Philosophy (Education) which resulted in the completion of a randomised controlled trial to increase adolescent girl's physical activity behaviour in secondary schools. titled "Girls Recreational Activity Program using Internet Technology (GRASP-IT) study".
Teaching
Extensive teaching experience in the Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) discipline in the primary and secondary school setting and currently full-time Lecturer in the School of Education at the University of Newcastle, Australia. Tracey received the Vice-Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence in 2009 and DVC (Academic) Merit List for Teaching and Learning Excellence in recognition for outstanding overall course Performance on two occasions in 2019.
Administrative/Service
Coordination of many courses over a decade spanning from Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary Education undergraduate studies. Previous Faculty Chair of the University Health, Safety and Wellbeing committee and Ally to the ATSI Reconciliation Action Plan group at UON and support LGBTQIA+ students and staff.
Collaborations
Contributed to the Higher Education Participation and Partnership Program (HEPPP) that was an initiative to study first year undergraduate student experiences. As part of the HEPPP resilience team contributing to the development of several Vpod clips to support first year experience at University. Presented at the Australian Teachers Education Association conference (ATEA) (2013), as part of the Teachers Education Research Network group (TERN), to inform findings from the Enhancing Secondary-Tertiary Transition Project. Supervision and work with many HPE research students in the HPE discipline as well as equity sectors of education.
“Teaching and learning is my lifelong passion and I will strive to continually improve pedagogical practice as long as I have the privilege to do so”.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Education (Physical Education)(Honours, University of Newcastle
- Teachers Certificate, NSW Department of Education
- Graduate Certificate Practice of Tertiary Teaching, University of Newcastle
- Master of Philosophy (Education), University of Newcastle
Keywords
- Higher Education Teaching and Learning
- Pre-service Teacher Professional Experience
- Transitional experiences in higher education
- Undergraduate Health and Physical Education
Languages
- English (Mother)
Fields of Research
| Code | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 450213 | Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, histories, culture, country, perspectives and ethics in education | 20 |
| 390412 | Teacher and student wellbeing | 30 |
| 390307 | Teacher education and professional development of educators | 50 |
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
| Title | Organisation / Department |
|---|---|
| Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Education Australia |
Academic appointment
| Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
|---|---|---|
| 1/1/2007 - | Membership - Australian Council for Physical Education and Recreation | Australian Council for Physical Education and Recreation Australia |
| 1/1/1995 - 1/12/1995 | Associate Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Education and Arts Australia |
Teaching appointment
| Dates | Title | Organisation / Department |
|---|---|---|
| 1/1/1997 - 1/6/1999 | Secondary PD/H/PE Teacher and PD/H/PE Coordinator | Lakes Grammar- An Anglican School Australia |
| 1/1/1996 - 1/12/1996 | Secondary PD/H/PE Teacher | Department of Education and Training, NSW Whitebridge High School Australia |
Awards
Prize
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2019 |
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Merit List for Learning and Teaching Excellence Centre for Teaching and Learning, The University of Newcastle |
| 2019 |
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Merit List for Learning and Teaching Excellence Centre for Teaching and Learning, The University of Newcastle |
| 2009 |
Vice-Chancellors Award for Teaching Excellence The University of Newcastle |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Chapter (2 outputs)
| Year | Citation | Altmetrics | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Clarke D, Buchanan D, Kelty T, Brake N, Lubans D, Frazier S, 'Sports Science for Australian Schools', Sports Science for Australian Schools, Macmillan Education AU, Melbourne, Australia (2009) [O1] | ||
| 2008 | Clarke D, Buchanan D, Kelty T, Brake N, Lubans D, Frazier S, 'Move Into PASS', Move Into PASS, Macmillan Education AU, Melbourne, Australia (2008) | Nova |
Journal article (1 outputs)
| Year | Citation | Altmetrics | Link | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 |
Kelty TL, Morgan PJ, Lubans DR, 'Efficacy and feasibility of the 'Girls' Recreational Activity Support Program Using Information Technology': A pilot randomised controlled trial', Advances in Physical Education, 2 10-16 (2012) [C1]
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Nova |
Conference (4 outputs)
| Year | Citation | Altmetrics | Link | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Macqueen S, Ferguson-Patrick K, Kelty T, 'Teacher education students' transition from secondary to tertiary education: hit and miss', Australian Teacher Education Association (ATEA), Brisbane (2013) [E3] | ||||
| 2010 |
Kelty TL, Morgan PJ, Lubans DR, 'The Girls Recreational Activity Support Program using Internet Technology (GRASP-IT) feasibility and preliminary efficacy', Obesity Research and Clinical Practice, Sydney, NSW (2010) [E3]
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| 2009 | Kelty TL, 'Using the Internet to engage adolescent girls in physical activity: Rational and intervention description of the Girls Recreational Activity Support Program using information technology (GRASP-IT)', 26th ACHPER International Conference: Creating Active Futures: Program & Abstracts, Brisbane, QLD (2009) [E3] | ||||
| 2007 | Kelty TL, 'To stretch or not to stretch?', Pace Yourself 2007: The 25th National/International ACHPER Biennial Conference. Book of Abstracts, Fremantle, WA (2007) [E3] | ||||
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Grants and Funding
Summary
| Number of grants | 2 |
|---|---|
| Total funding | $2,065 |
Click on a grant title below to expand the full details for that specific grant.
20091 grants / $785
26th ACHPER International Conference - Creating Active Futures, Brisbane 8 - 10 July 2009$785
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Education and Arts
| Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Education and Arts |
|---|---|
| Project Team | Doctor Tracey Kelty |
| Scheme | Travel Grant |
| Role | Lead |
| Funding Start | 2009 |
| Funding Finish | 2009 |
| GNo | G0190141 |
| Type Of Funding | Internal |
| Category | INTE |
| UON | Y |
20071 grants / $1,280
Pace Yourself 2007 the 25th ACHPER International/Biennial Conference, The Esplanade Hotel Fremantle WA, 3/10/2007 - 6/10/2007$1,280
Funding body: University of Newcastle
| Funding body | University of Newcastle |
|---|---|
| Project Team | Doctor Tracey Kelty |
| Scheme | Travel Grant |
| Role | Lead |
| Funding Start | 2007 |
| Funding Finish | 2007 |
| GNo | G0187957 |
| Type Of Funding | Internal |
| Category | INTE |
| UON | Y |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Current Supervision
| Commenced | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | PhD | Evaluating the Feasibility of a 'Super Prac' for Primary Initial Teacher Education Students | PhD (Education), College of Human and Social Futures, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
| 2023 | PhD | Health and Physical Education reform in Australia: A historical study of PDHPE curriculum development | PhD (Education), College of Human and Social Futures, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
Past Supervision
| Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | PhD | Rhetoric and Reality: How Universities in Australia realise Equity | PhD (Education), College of Human and Social Futures, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
| 2014 | Honours |
Teen Engagement and Awareness of Mental Health Online study This graded honour student research project was conducted in a private school setting, with ethics approval. The intervention explored adolescent knowledge, understanding and experience of a targeted mental health website. The study significantly increased the student knowledge and understanding about mental health as well as increase awareness about seeking support online and face-to-face. |
Education, School of Education, The University of Newcastle | Sole Supervisor |
| 2008 | Honours |
Do primitive reflexes contribute to children's learning difficulties and/or behaviour? This honours research project was conducted in an early childhood setting. The study explored the similarities between the symptoms of primitive reflexes and compared these traits to diagnosed learning difficulties to conclude that there are many influences and reasons children exhibit undesirable behaviour/s and teachers need to be able to distinguish the evidence to assess children's capabilities, potential or future learning outcomes before diagnosis of any behaviour disorder. |
Education, School of Education, The University of Newcastle | Sole Supervisor |
| 2008 | Honours |
'New Skool versus Old School': A study of motivation to participate in dance This study investigated student motivation in practical dance lessons in a secondary school setting to compare and contrast use of modern/contemporary music with older style/traditional music. Students participation, body language, facial expression were recorded and they completed an objective survey about their experience. Results concluded that using modern/contemporary music increased students motivation, enjoyment and participation in dance lessons. |
Education, School of Education, The University of Newcastle | Sole Supervisor |
Dr Tracey Kelty
Position
Lecturer
School of Education
School of Education
College of Human and Social Futures
Contact Details
| tracey.kelty@newcastle.edu.au | |
| Phone | 49216227 |
| Fax | Not Applicable |
Office
| Room | HPE.316 V120 |
|---|---|
| Building | Health and Physical Education Building V Education Building |
| Location | Callaghan University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |