ECU offers innovative and practical courses across a variety of disciplines and we have a vibrant research culture. ECU is a leader in developing alternative entry pathways to higher education.
We have three campuses in Western Australia. Joondalup and Mount Lawley in the Perth metropolitan area and our South West campus in Bunbury, 200km south of the Perth CBD.
ECU provides a variety of services and facilities that go beyond the classroom, with opportunities for personal development and social interaction for students and staff.
We collaborate with all types of businesses, including new start-ups, small to medium enterprises, not-for-profits, community organisations, government and large corporates in the resources sector.
Children's University Edith Cowan aims to inspire students between seven and fourteen to develop confidence and a love of learning through validated activities beyond the school curriculum.
The Inspiring Minds scholarship program are equity scholarships that give students an opportunity to access an education that may otherwise be out of reach.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hackling, M., Sherriff, B. (2015). Language-based reasoning in primary science. Teaching Science, 61(2), 14-25.
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.
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. (2014). Challenges of conducting ethical video-based classroom research. Proceedings of the 2013 Australasian Ethics Network Conference (1-5). Australasian Ethics Network.
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.
Reports
Hackling, M., Murcia, K., West, J., Anderson, K. (2014). Optimising STEM Education in WA Schools. Joondalup, WA. Edith Cowan University.
Brown, J., Murcia, K., Hackling, M. (2013). Slowmation: A multimodal strategy for engaging children with primary science. Teaching Science, 59(4), 14-20.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hackling, M. (2009). Laboratory Technicians in Australian Secondary Schools. Teaching Science, 55(3), 34-39.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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..
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.
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.
Goodrum, D., Hackling, M., Rennie, L. (2001). Science in Australian primary schools: a report card. Australian Science Teachers' Journal, 17, 5-7.
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.
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.
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, 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: Science laboratory investigations in year 9: Instruction and assessment
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, Language process errors in year 9 mathematics problem solving: A multi-strategy language-based intervention.
Doctor of Philosophy: The development, implementation and evaluation of a constructivist learning approach based on personal construct psychology
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: Teacher-class, teacher-group and student interactions: Opportunities for learning in primary science classrooms
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 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, 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.
Doctor of Philosophy, Enhancing the teaching and learning of computational estimation in year 6
Associate Supervisor
Doctor of Philosophy, Contextual factors impacting on research performance at a young Australian university
Master of Education, Alignment of intended learning outcomes, curriculum and assessment in a middle school science curriculum.
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
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