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Watching the pendulum swing( continued)
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Author biographies
Dr Helen Georgiou is a lecturer in science education and former high school physics teacher. Helen’ s research focuses on how to describe and develop student understanding in science, particularly in areas which consistently cause problems for students. One aspect of Helen’ s current research draws from sociology in using Legitimation Code Theory to explore the nature of scientific knowledge in various educational contexts. This approach is able to make certain knowledge claims and practices more explicit, reducing the risk of misunderstanding and disengagement in science. Other research interests include diagnosing misconceptions, assessing new instructional techniques, and analysing student explanations. She also has an interest in female representation in science( particularly physics) and professional learning through peer observation( in higher education).
Dr Simon Crook has a PhD in Physics Education Research from The University of Sydney. His thesis examined the use of technology in teaching and learning in the sciences. Simon was a high school physics teacher for 15 years and eLearning Adviser for 7 years. He is now a STEM education consultant with his years and eLearning Adviser company CrookED Science. Simon is an active member of the USyd Physics Working Party on the Physics Syllabus Change. He contributed substantially to the consultation for the new HSC Physics Syllabus in NSW and has continued the commentary since its release earlier this year.
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