Dr. Tricia Eadie is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Arts at The University of Melbourne, where she focuses on the relationship between language and education. Her research interests span language acquisition, bilingualism, and literacy education, particularly within early childhood contexts. Dr. Eadie's work critically examines how language influences learning processes and outcomes for children from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. She employs qualitative and quantitative research methods to explore pedagogical strategies that support effective language development in various educational settings. Additionally, she investigates the role of community and family language practices in fostering children’s academic success. Dr. Eadie has published numerous articles and book chapters on these topics, contributing valuable insights to the field of language and education. She is actively involved in educational policy discussions and works collaboratively with schools to enhance language programs.