Science of Maths Instruction

Brendan Lee is an experienced primary school leader and educational consultant from NSW. When he fell down the rabbit hole of educational research, he felt compelled to help bridge the gap between research and practice by supporting teachers in implementing the evidence. Currently, he provides professional learning for schools and teachers around the country, writes on his blog and hosts the Knowledge for Teachers Podcast.

Responsive Teaching - Evidence to Strategies

Bron Ryrie Jones is a speaker and learning designer who delivers professional learning programs for teachers and instructional leaders. With a background in classroom teaching, instructional coaching and teacher education (University of Melbourne), Bron is able to synthesise complex research for busy practitioners. She is intimately connected to the everyday life of teachers and the complexity of their work. Bron respects teachers’ time, crafting professional learning programs that are clear, practical and informed by evidence.

Cognitive Load Theory & Technology

Jamie Clark is an experienced English teacher, school leader and educational information designer. He is passionate about teaching and learning, instructional coaching and enhancing students’ lives through research-based, high-impact practices. He is the author of the best-selling book Teaching One-Pagers. In addition to his writing, Jamie hosts The Saturday Show Live on Teacher's Talk Radio, where he engages in thought-provoking discussions on education.

Transfer Learning Process

Jared Cooney Horvath (PhD, MEd) is a neuroscientist, educator and author. Jared has conducted research and lectured at Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, the University of Melbourne and over 1,000 schools internationally. He currently serves as the Director of LME Global, bringing the latest brain and behavioural research to teachers and students.

Evidence into Practice P-6 Literacy

Jocelyn Seamer is a former classroom teacher and school leader who now works as an educational trainer and consultant in early literacy development and student support. As a private tutor she supported many students to develop their reading skills and realise their potential. She is committed to promoting evidence based reading practice in schools both in Australia and internationally.

Cognitive Load Theory

John Sweller is an Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology at the UNSW. His research is associated with cognitive load theory. The theory is a contributor to both research and debate on issues associated with human cognition, its links to evolution by natural selection, and the instructional design consequences that follow. Using any common citation index, the work has been cited on over 30,000 occasions.

Attention, Behaviour & Routines

Dr Mark Dowley co-authored the Amazon Best Selling – Classroom Management Handbook. He holds various positions, including the Assoc. Head of Staff Development at the Crowther Centre for Applied Educational Research and Senior Fellow at the Centre for Coaching and Director of Program. He is the Chairman of Mastery Schools Victoria and consults internationally to schools on culture, belonging and behaviour.

Knowledge Rich Curriculum & Explicit Instruction

Dr Nathaniel Swain is a Teacher, Instructional Coach and Writer. He works as a Senior Lecturer in Learning Sciences at La Trobe University School of Education and SOLAR LAB, and produces a blog called Dr Swain’s Cognitorium. Nathaniel has taught a range of learners in schools and universities, and founded a community of teachers committed to the Science of Learning.

Explicit Instruction for English & Humanities

Rebecca Birch is a teacher of English and the Director of Research and Practice at a top 50 independent school in Sydney. Rebecca has consulted for Ochre Education and appeared on panels for ResearchED and the Gonski Institute for Education. Her current research interest is the link between explicit instruction and student wellbeing.

Gradual Release - Maximise Retention, Consolidation and Application

Dr Zid Mancenido is the AERO's Senior Manager of Research and Evaluation. Since AERO’s establishment, he has led the generation and translation of high-quality evidence aimed at improving educational outcomes. Zid is concurrently a Lecturer on Education at Harvard, teaching courses in education policy and general pedagogy; and as an expert consultant for the World Bank, advising on issues related to teacher education and teacher recruitment.

Metacognition in the Learning Process

Paul Welch is an experienced educator who has taught at school, tertiary and post-graduate levels, and currently serves as the Head of Teaching and Learning at Townsville Grammar School. Metacognition has become a central focus of Paul's educational philosophy. He is a strong advocate for the explicit teaching of metacognitive strategies, believing that fostering self-awareness and reflective thinking is essential for student success.