Top of page

Student/Staff Portal
Global Site Navigation

School of Education

Local Section Navigation
You are here: Main Content

Related Contents

    • Professor Mark Hackling
      https://www.ecu.edu.au/__data/assets/image/0007/269431/Mark_Hackling.jpg
    • Professor Mark Hackling

      Professor Mark Hackling

Professor Mark Hackling

Emeritus Professor

Staff Member Details
Email: m.hackling@ecu.edu.au
Campus: Joondalup  
Room: JO8.315  

Qualifications

  • , Murdoch University, 1990.
  • , Western Australian Institute of Technology, 1981.
  • , The University of Western Australia, 1972.
  • , England, 1970.

Research Outputs

2020

Journal Articles

  • Main, S., Konza, D., Hackling, M., Lock, G. (2020). Professional learning in reading instruction: The influence of context on engagement and enactment. Australian Journal of Teacher Education, 45(6), 76-94. https://doi.org/10.14221/ajte.2020v45n6.5.

2019

Book Chapters

  • Tytler, R., Hsiao-Lan, SC., Hackling, M., Ramseger, J. (2019). A video study of quality teaching and learning in three countries. Video-Based Research in Education: Cross-disciplinary Perspectives (34-49). Routledge. https://ro.ecu.edu.au/ecuworkspost2013/6421.

2017

Book Chapters

  • Ibrahim-Didi, K., Hackling, M., Ramseger, J., Sherriff, B. (2017). Embodied strategies in the teaching and learning of science. Quality teaching in primary science education: Cross-cultural perspectives (181-221). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44383-6_8.
  • Hackling, M., Chen, H., Romain, G. (2017). Social and cultural factors framing the teaching and learning of primary science in Australia, Germany and Taiwan.. Quality teaching in primary science education: Cross-cultural perspectives (19-47). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44383-6_2.
  • Hackling, M., Romain, G., Aranda, G. (2017). Reflections on video-based cross-cultural classroom research methodologies. Quality teaching in primary science education: Cross-cultural perspectives (267-289). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44383-6_11.
  • Won, M., Hackling, M., Treagust, DF. (2017). Secondary science teacher education in Australia. Model science teacher preparation programs: An international comparison of what works (229-248). Information Age Publishing.
  • Hackling, M., Aranda, G., Freitag-Amtmann, I. (2017). Variations in whole class, small group and individual student work within and across cultures. Quality teaching in primary science education: Cross-cultural perspectives (79-91). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-44383-6_4.

2016

Journal Articles

  • Smith, PM., Hackling, M. (2016). Supporting teachers to develop substantive discourse in primary science classrooms. Australian Journal of Teacher Education, 41(4), 151-173. https://doi.org/10.14221/ajte.2016v41n4.10.

2015

Journal Articles

  • Hackling, M. (2015). Think piece: Preparing today's children for the workplaces of tomorrow: The critical role of STEM education. International Journal of Innovation in Science and Mathematics Education, 23(3), 61-63.
  • Hackling, M., Sherriff, B. (2015). Language-based reasoning in primary science. Teaching Science, 61(2), 14-25.
  • Hackling, M., Byrne, M., Gower, G., Anderson, K. (2015). A pedagogical model for engaging Aboriginal children with science learning. Teaching Science, 61(1), 27-39.

2014

Journal Articles

  • Norviewu-Mortty, E., Campbell-Evans, G., Hackling, M. (2014). A model for effective leadership in disadvantaged rural schools in Ghana. Leading and Managing, 20(1), 63-79.
  • Pond, L., Konza, D., Hackling, M. (2014). Enhancing academic vocabulary knowledge through evidence-based instruction. The International Journal of Pedagogy and Curriculum, 20(3), 79-89.

Conference Publications

  • Hackling, M., Murcia, K., Ibrahim-Didi, K., Hill, S. (2014). Methods for multimodal analysis and representation of teaching-learning interactions in primary science lessons captured on video.. Proceedings of the ESERA 2013 Conference: Science Education Research For Evidence-based Teaching and Coherence in Learning (1-8). European Science Education Research.
  • Hackling, M. (2014). Challenges of conducting ethical video-based classroom research. Proceedings of the 2013 Australasian Ethics Network Conference (1-5). Australasian Ethics Network.

Reports

  • Hackling, M., Murcia, K., West, J., Anderson, K. (2014). Optimising STEM Education in WA Schools. Joondalup, WA. Edith Cowan University.

2013

Journal Articles

  • Brown, J., Murcia, K., Hackling, M. (2013). Slowmation: A multimodal strategy for engaging children with primary science. Teaching Science, 59(4), 14-20.
  • Fitzgerald, A., Dawson, V., Hackling, M. (2013). Examining the Beliefs and Practices of Four Effective Australian Primary Science Teachers. Research in Science Education, 43(3), 981-1003. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11165-012-9297-y.
  • Fitzgerald, A., Hackling, M., Dawson, V. (2013). Through the viewfinder: Reflecting on the collection and analysis of classroom video data. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 12(1), 52-64.
  • Hackling, M., Murcia, K., Ibrahim-Didi, K. (2013). Teacher orchestration of multimodal resources to support the construction of an explanation in a Year 4 Astronomy topic. Teaching Science, 59(1), 7-15.

Reports

  • Newhouse, P., Pagram, J., Paris, L., Hackling, M., Tarricone, P., Cooper, M., Campbell, A. (2013). Authentic digital representation of creative works in education: addressing the challenges of digitisation and assessment - Second Interim Report - Visual Arts & Design. Perth, W.A.. Edith Cowan University.

2012

Journal Articles

  • Hackling, M., Barratt-Pugh, C. (2012). Science of materials: A case study of intentional teaching in the early years. Teaching Science, 58(2), 12-17.

Conference Publications

  • Masek, M., Murcia, K., Morrison, J., Newhouse, P., Hackling, M. (2012). Learning in transformational computer games: Exploring design principles for a nanotechnology game. Australian Association for Research in Education (AARE) Conference Proceedings (1-12). Australian Association for Research in Education.
  • Mildenhall, P., Hackling, M. (2012). The Impact of a Professional Learning Intervention Designed to Enhance Year Six Students’ Computational Estimation Performance. Mathematics Education: Expanding Horizons, Proceedings of the 35th Annual Conference of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (497-504). Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia.

Reports

  • Newhouse, P., Pagram, J., Paris, L., Hackling, M., Ure, C., Cooper, M., Campbell, A., Tarricone, P. (2012). Authentic digital representation of creative works in education: addressing the challenges of digitsation and assessment - First Interim Report - Visual Arts & Design Courses. Perth, W.A.. Edith Cowan University.

2011

Journal Articles

  • Hackling, M., Smith, P., Murcia, K. (2011). Enhancing classroom discourse in primary science: The puppets project. Teaching Science, 57(2), 18-25.

2010

Journal Articles

  • Hackling, M., Smith, P., Murcia, K. (2010). Talking science: Developing a discourse of inquiry. Teaching Science, 56(1), 17-22.

Conference Publications

  • Mildenhall, P., Hackling, M., Swan, P. (2010). Computational Estimation in the Primary School: A Single Case Study of One Teacher’s Involvement in a Professional Learning Intervention. MERGA33 – 2010 : Shaping the Future of Mathematics Education Proceedings of the 33rd Annual Conference of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (407-413). Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia.

2009

Journal Articles

  • Fitzgerald, A., Dawson, V., Hackling, M. (2009). Perceptions and Pedagogy: Exploring the Beliefs and Practices of an Effective Primary Science Teacher. Teaching Science, 55(3), 19-22.
  • Hackling, M. (2009). Laboratory Technicians in Australian Secondary Schools. Teaching Science, 55(3), 34-39.
  • Gray, J., Hackling, M. (2009). Wellbeing and Retention: A Senior Secondary Student Perspective. Australian Educational Researcher, 36(2), 119-145. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03216902.

2008

Reports

  • Hackling, M., Prain, V. (2008). Impact of Primary Connections on students’ science processes, literacies of science and attitudes towards science. Primary Connections, Stage 3, Interim research and evaluation report 15. Australian Academy of Science website. Australian Academy of Science.

2007

Book Chapters

  • Hackling, M. (2007). Inquiry and investigation in primary science. The art of teaching primary science (127-148). Allen & Unwin.
  • Hackling, M. (2007). Using assessment to improve teaching and learning in primary science. The art of teaching primary science (164-180). Allen & Unwin.

Journal Articles

  • Hackling, M., Peers, S., Prain, V. (2007). Primary Connections: Reforming science teaching in Australian primary schools. Teaching Science, 53(3), 12-16.

2006

Books

  • Lokan, J., Hollingsworth, H., Hackling, M. (2006). Teaching Science in Australia: Results from the TIMMS 1999 Video Study. TIMMS Australia Monograph(8), 170. Australian Council for Educational Research Ltd..

2004

Book Chapters

  • Hackling, M. (2004). Assessment in science. The art of teaching science (126-144). Allen and Unwin.
  • Hackling, M. (2004). Investigating in science. The art of teaching science (88-104). Allen and Unwin.

2003

Book Chapters

  • Rennie, L., Hackling, M., Goodrum, D. (2003). School science and technology education in Australia and the Pacific. Innovations in Science and Technology Education (13-42). UNESCO Publishing.

2002

Journal Articles

  • Hackling, M. (2002). Assessment of Primary Students Scienctific Literacy. Investigation, 18(3), 6-7.

2001

Journal Articles

  • Goodrum, D., Hackling, M., Rennie, L. (2001). Science in Australian primary schools: a report card. Australian Science Teachers' Journal, 17, 5-7.
  • Goodrum, D., Hackling, M., Rennie, L. (2001). Science teaching and learning in Australian schools: results of a national study. Research in Science Education, 31, 455-498.
  • Hackling, M., Goodrum, D., Rennie, L. (2001). The state of science in Australian secondary schools. Australian Science Teachers' Journal, 47, 6-17.

Research Projects

  • Advanced technologies for leading teaching and education practice, The Department of Industry, Innovation, Climate Change, Science, Research and Tertiary Education , CRN - Grant, 2011 ‑ 2016, $850,738.
  • An immersive approach to developing reflective practice in teacher learning using 3-dimensional video, Edith Cowan University, ECU Early Career Researcher Grant - 2013, 2013 ‑ 2016, $25,000.
  • Professional development program to embed inclusive and explicit teaching practices in higher education first year units, Office for Learning and Teaching, OLT - Innovation and Development Grant, 2013 ‑ 2015, $46,000.
  • Authentic digital representation of creative works in education: Addressing the challenges of digitisation and assessment., Australian Research Council, Grant - Linkage (Projects), 2011 ‑ 2015, $329,000.
  • In Conversation: Investigating the creative benefits and challenges of collaboration across disciplines and art-forms, Edith Cowan University, ECU Early Career Researcher Grant - 2014, 2014 ‑ 2015, $23,224.
  • Optimisation of STEM Education Support in Western Australian Schools, Department of Commerce, Department of Commerce - Tender, 2013 ‑ 2014, $89,153.
  • Exploring Quality Primary Education in Different Cultures:A Cross National Study of Teaching and Learning in Primary Science Classrooms , Australian Research Council, Grant - Discovery Projects, 2011 ‑ 2014, $148,435.
  • Semiotic resources in the Kindy mathematics classroom, Edith Cowan University, ECU Early Career Researcher Grant - 2013, 2013 ‑ 2014, $22,000.
  • Evaluation of Fogarty EDvance Initiative, Fogarty Foundation, Fogarty EDvance Initiative - tender, 2012 ‑ 2014, $124,022.
  • NanoCity : Stage Two Nanotechnology Game Development, The Department of Industry, Innovation, Climate Change, Science, Research and Tertiary Education , DIISRTE - Grant, 2013, $83,425.
  • Nanotechnology Online game, Edith Cowan University, ECU Industry Collaboration Grant - 2012 (Round 1), 2012 ‑ 2013, $65,000.
  • Engaging Aboriginal Children and their teachers with science, Edith Cowan University, ECU Industry Collaboration - Grant, 2011 ‑ 2012, $36,310.
  • Evaluation of the Science Component of the SA DECS Primary Mathematics and Science Strategy (Phase 3), Department for Education (SA), Grant, 2011 ‑ 2012, $68,254.
  • Evaluation of the Science Component of the SA DECS Primary Mathematics and Science Strategy, Department of Education (SA), Grant, 2010 ‑ 2012, $61,683.
  • Evaluation of the Science Component of the SA DECS Primary Mathematics and Science Strategy (Phase 2), Department for Education (SA), Grant, 2011 ‑ 2012, $44,895.
  • Investigating the feasibility of using digital representations of work for authentic and reliable performance assessment in senior secondary school courses, Australian Research Council, Grant - Linkage (Projects), 2007 ‑ 2011, $571,129.
  • High Achievers' Science Program for Aboriginal Students, Department of Education and Training WA, Grant, 2008 ‑ 2011, $72,606.
  • Spice 2 Evaluation, University of Western Australia, Grant, 2010 ‑ 2011, $45,397.
  • SA Trial of Primary Connections, Department for Education (SA), Grant, 2009 ‑ 2010, $17,583.
  • Enhancing Classroom Discourse in Primary Science, Edith Cowan University, ECU Industry Collaboration - Grant, 2009 ‑ 2010, $78,439.
  • The Status of School Science Laboratory Technicians in Australian Secondary Schools, Department of Education, Science and Training, Grant, 2007 ‑ 2009, $27,273.
  • Primary Connections: Stage 3b, Australian Academy of Science, Grant, 2007 ‑ 2008, $54,545.
  • Science by Doing Pilot Project, Australian Academy of Science, Grant, 2007 ‑ 2008, $85,059.
  • Primary Connections: Stage 3c, Australian Academy of Science, Grant, 2007 ‑ 2008, $8,591.
  • Primary Connections: Linking science with literacy Stage 3, Australian Academy of Science, Grant, 2006 ‑ 2007, $112,728.
  • Phase 1 of the Year 11 Quality Retention Project, Sevenoaks Senior College, Grant, 2006 ‑ 2007, $18,182.
  • SPICE Evaluation: Phase 1, University of Western Australia, Grant, 2006 ‑ 2007, $26,000.
  • Primary Science and Literacy Project, Australian Academy of Science, Grant, 2004 ‑ 2006, $148,000.
  • Primary Connections, Australian Academy of Science, Grant, 2006, $54,545.

Research Student Supervision

Current Supervisions

No data available

Completed Supervisions

Principal Supervisor

  • Doctor of Philosophy, Beliefs, knowledge and practices of effective science teachers.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Improving classroom discourse in inquiry-based primary science education
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Enhancing teachers' knowledge for using multiple representatives in teaching chemistry in nigerian senior secondary schools
  • Doctor of Philosophy, An investigation of Nigeria science teachers' beliefs and their pedagogical content knowledge, and how these affect science teaching.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Facilitating teacher change: Evaluating an Australian teacher change model in secondary education.
  • Master of Education, The impact of student created slowmation on the teaching and learning of primary science
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The processing and interpretation of feedback by phd candidates.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The status and quality of continuous assessment in junior secondary science in Ghana.
  • Master of Education, Raising teacher sensitivity to key numeracy competencies in the early years
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Language process errors in year 9 mathematics problem solving: A multi-strategy language-based intervention.
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Teacher-class, teacher-group and student interactions: Opportunities for learning in primary science classrooms
  • Doctor of Philosophy: The development, implementation and evaluation of a constructivist learning approach based on personal construct psychology
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Science laboratory investigations in year 9: Instruction and assessment
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Teaching and learning physics in Thai Rajabhat universities.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The nature and quality of pre-service science teacher education in Lagos-state, Nigeria.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Looking smart is not the ultimate goal: An examination of a gifted and talented science program
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Implementation of initiatives to reform the quality of education in rural ghanaian junior high schools
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Demystification and reconceptualization of the intricate web of metacognition.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Learning to see, seeing to learn: The learning journey of three pre-service teachers in a video club setting
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The impact of professional development on science teachers' beliefs about assessment and their assessment practice.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The status and quality of teaching and learning of secondary science in Lagos state, Nigeria.

Co-principal Supervisor

  • Doctor of Philosophy, Enhancing the teaching and learning of computational estimation in year 6
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Principals' strategies for improving the academic achievement of students of disadvantaged rural junior high schools in Ghana
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Enhancing teaching through professional learning: Case studies of professional learning to improve reading instruction for year 2 students with reading difficulties in one Australian state.

Associate Supervisor

  • Doctor of Philosophy, Effectiveness of teacher professional learning: Enhancing the teaching of fractions in primary schools.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The teaching and learning of word problems in beginning algebra: A nigerian (Lagos state) study
  • Master of Education, Alignment of intended learning outcomes, curriculum and assessment in a middle school science curriculum.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Contextual factors impacting on research performance at a young Australian university
Skip to top of page