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Blake Cutler is a PhD candidate in the School of Education at Monash University, focusing on the critical intersection of research use and educational practice. His work challenges oversimplified binaries in research-informed practices and addresses the complexities of professional practice supported by a diverse evidence base. Cutler is particularly interested in enhancing teachers' capabilities in discerning and implementing research-based decisions effectively within their contexts. He employs a variety of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including autoethnography and structural equation modeling, to advance his research agenda. In collaboration with the Monash Q Lab and Brisbane Catholic Education, Blake is co-leading initiatives aimed at fostering research-informed improvement in educational settings. His previous involvement in the Centre for Youth Policy and Education Practice has equipped him with the expertise to address the pedagogical challenges faced by diverse youth. Beyond his research, Blake contributes to teaching in courses such as Evidence-Based Action and Approaches to Teaching and Learning.
Monash University • Melbourne, VIC
Engaged in sessional teaching and research activities in the School of Education.
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