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Papers by Shirley O'Neill
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Sep 1, 2005
Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne v... more Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne voit bien qu'avec le coeur. L'essential est invisible pour les yeux…..C'est le temps que tu as perdu pour ta rose qui fait ta rose si importante….Les hommes ont oublié cette vérité….Mais tu ne dois pas l'oublier. Tu deviens responsable pour toujours de ce que tu as apprivoisé. Tu es responsable de ta rose…
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Oct 1, 2007
Articles in Part 2This issue publishes the second set of refereed papers from the first wave proc... more Articles in Part 2This issue publishes the second set of refereed papers from the first wave proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Pedagogies and Learning, held at the Springfield Campus of the University of Southern Queensland in Australia on 27 and 28 September 2007. This third conference in the series focused on "meanings emerging in practice" as a lens for examining and evaluating multiple enactments of pedagogies and learning.Seven anonymously peer refereed articles have been selected for publication in this second issue. Each article engages with a different theme nominated by the conference organisers as a useful means of identifying whether and how pedagogies and learning can be maximised through meanings emerging in practice.The first article, by Bernadette Lynch, contributes to the theme of researching personal pedagogies by exploring her role in teaching in-text referencing to undergraduate Faculty of Business students at the University of Southern Queensland. Drawing on concepts synthesised from personal pedagogy, reflective practice and cognitive theory, Lynch advocates the careful and systematic use of humour as an antidote to cognitive depletion and as a way of both facilitating effective reflection and (re)kindling irreverence and joy in academics' work. The article provides a fresh perspective on the hardy perennials of student plagiarism and academic integrity.In the second article, Cassandra Star and Jacquelin McDonald engage with the theme of features of successful pedagogical practice by arguing that the transition to first year in a diverse, multi-campus, multimodal university provides significant difficulty and disorientation for school leavers, mature age and international students. The authors report on a case study from a first year Faculty of Business core course at the University of Southern Queensland to outline a successful pedagogy for supporting students through this transition. Key elements of this pedagogy include constructive alignment, formative and developmental assessment, proactive and extensive scaffolding for student learning and a central role for an active online community.Ting Wang and Leah Moore use the third article to consider how exploring the learning style preferences of Chinese postgraduate students in Australian transnational programs offered by the University of Canberra can be considered one manifestation of the theme of developing the globalised learning environment. Reporting an empirical study of pre- and post-questionnaire responses by two groups of students from different parts of China in two Australian offshore Masters programs, the authors highlight considerable diversity in those responses, contesting the assumption that Chinese learners are homogeneous, passive and teacher-dependent. Wang and Moore argue that these results should contribute to helping Australian academics working in transnational programs to understand their students' learning preferences and thereby to maximise their educational outcomes.The fourth article, by Susan Bolt, takes up the theme of meeting the pedagogical challenges in new contexts by investigating problems and possibilities in integrating research, action and learning in the workplace in order to generate productive organisational change. The questionnaire and interview data presented in the article were collected from staff members of a state branch in Western Australia of a large Australian charitable organisation. While the organisation had made significant strides in adapting to changing circumstances and new ideas about work and identity, the data indicated that many workers were not learning optimally and reflected the complexities confronting organisations seeking to promote such optimal learning. …
This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international confere... more This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international conference on pedagogies and learning. It provides the timetable of presentations and comprehensive abstracts of key note addresses, paper presentations and workshops that cover the seven themes/strands of embracing human diversity, exploring critical pedagogy, enhancing learning with technology, investigating personal, authoritative and emerging pedagogies, developing communities of practice, connecting language and culture and working with 3-dimensional pedagogy
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Jun 1, 2006
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Nov 1, 2005
Computers & Education: Artificial Intelligence, 2023
A paper in which I discuss some key points that have been raised about the use of English, while ... more A paper in which I discuss some key points that have been raised about the use of English, while it is a second language for the student.
... Glen Van Der Vyver (University of Southern Queensland, Australia) - Andrew Worthington (Educa... more ... Glen Van Der Vyver (University of Southern Queensland, Australia) - Andrew Worthington (Education Queensland, Australia) - Reyna Zipf (Central ... Michael Lane and Torben Marcussen for overseeing the technical dimensions of establishing the journal Lorraine Hawes for ...
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](Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne v... more Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne voit bien qu'avec le coeur. L'essential est invisible pour les yeux…..C'est le temps que tu as perdu pour ta rose qui fait ta rose si importante….Les hommes ont oublié cette vérité….Mais tu ne dois pas l'oublier. Tu deviens responsable pour toujours de ce que tu as apprivoisé. Tu es responsable de ta rose… Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Le Petit Prince, pp. 72-74 Familiar acts are beautiful through love. Percy Bysshe Shelley, "Prometheus Unbound", IV, 403 Rationale This inaugural, three-part, special theme issue of the International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning publishes the refereed papers in the first wave proceedings of the 2 nd international pedagogies and learning conference, conducted at the Toowoomba campus of the University of Southern Queensland in Australia from 18 to 20 September 2005. The conference theme was "Meanings Under the Microscope", connoting the multiple ways in which educators and learners make sense of, and derive purpose and authenticity from, the various acts and artifacts that constitute education.
2022 IEEE/WIC/ACM International Joint Conference on Web Intelligence and Intelligent Agent Technology (WI-IAT)
Asia Pacific Journal of Human Resources
Autistic adults face alarmingly high rates of unemployment and underemployment. There is limited ... more Autistic adults face alarmingly high rates of unemployment and underemployment. There is limited research regarding employers’ capacity to support autistic persons, how to better understand employers’ needs and their key role in employment processes. In this employer‐focused qualitative study, 14 Australian employers and nine professional experts were interviewed in depth. The identified themes were 1) Employer awareness and knowledge of autism; 2) Autism is a strength rather than a deficit, disorder or disability; 3) Employer empowerment is a key facilitator of change and 4) Autism tools for the employer. These findings highlight the need for ongoing education of employers to strengthen knowledge in the workplace about autism and addressing workplace environmental variables directly. Novel findings were the critical importance of employer self‐care and treating all employees the same.
Teaching English as a Second Language is written specifically for the needs of Australian teacher... more Teaching English as a Second Language is written specifically for the needs of Australian teacher education students, and offers practical guidance to encourage quality teaching of children whose first language is other than English. It provides early childhood and primary teachers in training with an overview of the learning theories relevant to TESOL and ESL teaching practice. Case studies are used to show students how to develop a lesson plan. Features include: ‘Focus on pedagogy’ boxes throughout containing teaching tips. Snapshots of research and stories to illustrate concepts Coverage of a broad range of topics allowing students to develop a variety of skills and knowledge. Examples of how stories, such as Jack and the Bean Stalk, show how to teach meanings and themes across cultures.
Advances in Early Childhood and K-12 Education, 2020
Diving into a book and losing yourself in a world peopled by your imagination is a joy that lover... more Diving into a book and losing yourself in a world peopled by your imagination is a joy that lovers of literature have reveled in for as long as there have been stories. Whether people seek to be excited, terrified, challenged, entertained, or informed, it begins with the pleasure of reading a book. Learning to read is a cornerstone of educational achievement. How to encourage a passion for reading so children want to engage is poorly understood. The role parents play and how support is offered to parents to ensure inclusive, respectful, and responsive strategies that support all families requires investigation. The “read to your child every night” call is no longer enough. Teachers need the support of parents to look to innovative solutions. This chapter investigates how teachers can support parents by asking five diverse and geographically remote parents what works for them.
This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international confere... more This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international conference on pedagogies and learning. It provides the timetable of presentations and comprehensive abstracts of key note addresses, paper presentations and workshops that cover the seven themes/strands of embracing human diversity, exploring critical pedagogy, enhancing learning with technology, investigating personal, authoritative and emerging pedagogies, developing communities of practice, connecting language and culture and working with 3-dimensional pedagogy.
The potential benefits of undergraduate students studying abroad as part of a degree program have... more The potential benefits of undergraduate students studying abroad as part of a degree program have long been touted as central to the social and strategic goals of governments and more recently to an increasing number of universities in the three national case-sites selected for this project – Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. Yet, despite the rhetoric, research consistently indicates each year that only a small percentage of the undergraduate student populations in each of the three national case-sites participate in study abroad programs. Given that 'study abroad' is often considered a central aspect of the "internationalisation" model projected by many universities, the thesis' conceptual framework considers the provision and delivery of study abroad programs as a form of experiential learning (Dewey, 1963) focused on the development of cross-cultural and intercultural understanding. In particular, the thesis suggests that to meet this goal...
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Aug 1, 2011
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, 2012
ABSTRACT
The knowledge, beliefs, analyses, and results, and conclusions reported in this dissertation comp... more The knowledge, beliefs, analyses, and results, and conclusions reported in this dissertation comprise only my own work and effort towards the Doctor of Philosophy (DPHD) degree. 2) I also certify that the work is original and has not been previously submitted for any other award. The thesis contains no material previously published or written by another person except where otherwise acknowledged. 3) This thesis meets the University of Southern Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) requirement for the conduct of research.
This monograph is for researchers and teachers. It argues for a strengthened cross-curriculum app... more This monograph is for researchers and teachers. It argues for a strengthened cross-curriculum approach to teaching and scaffolding children’s understanding of spatial and temporal concepts. Research and pedagogical interludes illustrate how teachers frequently use the spatiotemporal terms ‘before’ and ‘after’ in the language of instruction, yet at the same time, these are relational concepts that need to be taught. The centrality of the acquisition of spatial knowledge and conceptualisation of space to children’s development of spatial reference frames and spatial reasoning is highlighted. It connects research, language and pedagogy and introduces the train-landscape scenario as a way of investigating children’s understanding of the relational concepts of ‘before’ and ‘after’. Besides differentiating between the teaching of ‘object’ concepts and the more abstract ‘relational concepts', the complex nature of the application of ‘before’ and ‘after', and how usage may impact on...
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Sep 1, 2005
Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne v... more Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne voit bien qu'avec le coeur. L'essential est invisible pour les yeux…..C'est le temps que tu as perdu pour ta rose qui fait ta rose si importante….Les hommes ont oublié cette vérité….Mais tu ne dois pas l'oublier. Tu deviens responsable pour toujours de ce que tu as apprivoisé. Tu es responsable de ta rose…
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Oct 1, 2007
Articles in Part 2This issue publishes the second set of refereed papers from the first wave proc... more Articles in Part 2This issue publishes the second set of refereed papers from the first wave proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Pedagogies and Learning, held at the Springfield Campus of the University of Southern Queensland in Australia on 27 and 28 September 2007. This third conference in the series focused on "meanings emerging in practice" as a lens for examining and evaluating multiple enactments of pedagogies and learning.Seven anonymously peer refereed articles have been selected for publication in this second issue. Each article engages with a different theme nominated by the conference organisers as a useful means of identifying whether and how pedagogies and learning can be maximised through meanings emerging in practice.The first article, by Bernadette Lynch, contributes to the theme of researching personal pedagogies by exploring her role in teaching in-text referencing to undergraduate Faculty of Business students at the University of Southern Queensland. Drawing on concepts synthesised from personal pedagogy, reflective practice and cognitive theory, Lynch advocates the careful and systematic use of humour as an antidote to cognitive depletion and as a way of both facilitating effective reflection and (re)kindling irreverence and joy in academics' work. The article provides a fresh perspective on the hardy perennials of student plagiarism and academic integrity.In the second article, Cassandra Star and Jacquelin McDonald engage with the theme of features of successful pedagogical practice by arguing that the transition to first year in a diverse, multi-campus, multimodal university provides significant difficulty and disorientation for school leavers, mature age and international students. The authors report on a case study from a first year Faculty of Business core course at the University of Southern Queensland to outline a successful pedagogy for supporting students through this transition. Key elements of this pedagogy include constructive alignment, formative and developmental assessment, proactive and extensive scaffolding for student learning and a central role for an active online community.Ting Wang and Leah Moore use the third article to consider how exploring the learning style preferences of Chinese postgraduate students in Australian transnational programs offered by the University of Canberra can be considered one manifestation of the theme of developing the globalised learning environment. Reporting an empirical study of pre- and post-questionnaire responses by two groups of students from different parts of China in two Australian offshore Masters programs, the authors highlight considerable diversity in those responses, contesting the assumption that Chinese learners are homogeneous, passive and teacher-dependent. Wang and Moore argue that these results should contribute to helping Australian academics working in transnational programs to understand their students' learning preferences and thereby to maximise their educational outcomes.The fourth article, by Susan Bolt, takes up the theme of meeting the pedagogical challenges in new contexts by investigating problems and possibilities in integrating research, action and learning in the workplace in order to generate productive organisational change. The questionnaire and interview data presented in the article were collected from staff members of a state branch in Western Australia of a large Australian charitable organisation. While the organisation had made significant strides in adapting to changing circumstances and new ideas about work and identity, the data indicated that many workers were not learning optimally and reflected the complexities confronting organisations seeking to promote such optimal learning. …
This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international confere... more This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international conference on pedagogies and learning. It provides the timetable of presentations and comprehensive abstracts of key note addresses, paper presentations and workshops that cover the seven themes/strands of embracing human diversity, exploring critical pedagogy, enhancing learning with technology, investigating personal, authoritative and emerging pedagogies, developing communities of practice, connecting language and culture and working with 3-dimensional pedagogy
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Jun 1, 2006
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Nov 1, 2005
Computers & Education: Artificial Intelligence, 2023
A paper in which I discuss some key points that have been raised about the use of English, while ... more A paper in which I discuss some key points that have been raised about the use of English, while it is a second language for the student.
... Glen Van Der Vyver (University of Southern Queensland, Australia) - Andrew Worthington (Educa... more ... Glen Van Der Vyver (University of Southern Queensland, Australia) - Andrew Worthington (Education Queensland, Australia) - Reyna Zipf (Central ... Michael Lane and Torben Marcussen for overseeing the technical dimensions of establishing the journal Lorraine Hawes for ...
Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne v... more Coombes (née Radcliffe-Brown)-Adieu, dit le renard. Voici mon secret. Il est très simple: on ne voit bien qu'avec le coeur. L'essential est invisible pour les yeux…..C'est le temps que tu as perdu pour ta rose qui fait ta rose si importante….Les hommes ont oublié cette vérité….Mais tu ne dois pas l'oublier. Tu deviens responsable pour toujours de ce que tu as apprivoisé. Tu es responsable de ta rose… Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Le Petit Prince, pp. 72-74 Familiar acts are beautiful through love. Percy Bysshe Shelley, "Prometheus Unbound", IV, 403 Rationale This inaugural, three-part, special theme issue of the International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning publishes the refereed papers in the first wave proceedings of the 2 nd international pedagogies and learning conference, conducted at the Toowoomba campus of the University of Southern Queensland in Australia from 18 to 20 September 2005. The conference theme was "Meanings Under the Microscope", connoting the multiple ways in which educators and learners make sense of, and derive purpose and authenticity from, the various acts and artifacts that constitute education.
2022 IEEE/WIC/ACM International Joint Conference on Web Intelligence and Intelligent Agent Technology (WI-IAT)
Asia Pacific Journal of Human Resources
Autistic adults face alarmingly high rates of unemployment and underemployment. There is limited ... more Autistic adults face alarmingly high rates of unemployment and underemployment. There is limited research regarding employers’ capacity to support autistic persons, how to better understand employers’ needs and their key role in employment processes. In this employer‐focused qualitative study, 14 Australian employers and nine professional experts were interviewed in depth. The identified themes were 1) Employer awareness and knowledge of autism; 2) Autism is a strength rather than a deficit, disorder or disability; 3) Employer empowerment is a key facilitator of change and 4) Autism tools for the employer. These findings highlight the need for ongoing education of employers to strengthen knowledge in the workplace about autism and addressing workplace environmental variables directly. Novel findings were the critical importance of employer self‐care and treating all employees the same.
Teaching English as a Second Language is written specifically for the needs of Australian teacher... more Teaching English as a Second Language is written specifically for the needs of Australian teacher education students, and offers practical guidance to encourage quality teaching of children whose first language is other than English. It provides early childhood and primary teachers in training with an overview of the learning theories relevant to TESOL and ESL teaching practice. Case studies are used to show students how to develop a lesson plan. Features include: ‘Focus on pedagogy’ boxes throughout containing teaching tips. Snapshots of research and stories to illustrate concepts Coverage of a broad range of topics allowing students to develop a variety of skills and knowledge. Examples of how stories, such as Jack and the Bean Stalk, show how to teach meanings and themes across cultures.
Advances in Early Childhood and K-12 Education, 2020
Diving into a book and losing yourself in a world peopled by your imagination is a joy that lover... more Diving into a book and losing yourself in a world peopled by your imagination is a joy that lovers of literature have reveled in for as long as there have been stories. Whether people seek to be excited, terrified, challenged, entertained, or informed, it begins with the pleasure of reading a book. Learning to read is a cornerstone of educational achievement. How to encourage a passion for reading so children want to engage is poorly understood. The role parents play and how support is offered to parents to ensure inclusive, respectful, and responsive strategies that support all families requires investigation. The “read to your child every night” call is no longer enough. Teachers need the support of parents to look to innovative solutions. This chapter investigates how teachers can support parents by asking five diverse and geographically remote parents what works for them.
This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international confere... more This publication presents detailed information on the program of the second international conference on pedagogies and learning. It provides the timetable of presentations and comprehensive abstracts of key note addresses, paper presentations and workshops that cover the seven themes/strands of embracing human diversity, exploring critical pedagogy, enhancing learning with technology, investigating personal, authoritative and emerging pedagogies, developing communities of practice, connecting language and culture and working with 3-dimensional pedagogy.
The potential benefits of undergraduate students studying abroad as part of a degree program have... more The potential benefits of undergraduate students studying abroad as part of a degree program have long been touted as central to the social and strategic goals of governments and more recently to an increasing number of universities in the three national case-sites selected for this project – Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. Yet, despite the rhetoric, research consistently indicates each year that only a small percentage of the undergraduate student populations in each of the three national case-sites participate in study abroad programs. Given that 'study abroad' is often considered a central aspect of the "internationalisation" model projected by many universities, the thesis' conceptual framework considers the provision and delivery of study abroad programs as a form of experiential learning (Dewey, 1963) focused on the development of cross-cultural and intercultural understanding. In particular, the thesis suggests that to meet this goal...
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, Aug 1, 2011
International Journal of Pedagogies and Learning, 2012
ABSTRACT
The knowledge, beliefs, analyses, and results, and conclusions reported in this dissertation comp... more The knowledge, beliefs, analyses, and results, and conclusions reported in this dissertation comprise only my own work and effort towards the Doctor of Philosophy (DPHD) degree. 2) I also certify that the work is original and has not been previously submitted for any other award. The thesis contains no material previously published or written by another person except where otherwise acknowledged. 3) This thesis meets the University of Southern Queensland Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) requirement for the conduct of research.
This monograph is for researchers and teachers. It argues for a strengthened cross-curriculum app... more This monograph is for researchers and teachers. It argues for a strengthened cross-curriculum approach to teaching and scaffolding children’s understanding of spatial and temporal concepts. Research and pedagogical interludes illustrate how teachers frequently use the spatiotemporal terms ‘before’ and ‘after’ in the language of instruction, yet at the same time, these are relational concepts that need to be taught. The centrality of the acquisition of spatial knowledge and conceptualisation of space to children’s development of spatial reference frames and spatial reasoning is highlighted. It connects research, language and pedagogy and introduces the train-landscape scenario as a way of investigating children’s understanding of the relational concepts of ‘before’ and ‘after’. Besides differentiating between the teaching of ‘object’ concepts and the more abstract ‘relational concepts', the complex nature of the application of ‘before’ and ‘after', and how usage may impact on...