Dr. Kerry Ann O'sullivan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kerry-Ann O'Sullivan is a Senior Lecturer specializing in English literacy education with a current focus on children's literature. Her research investigates the impact of educational policy and curriculum changes on teacher professional identity and student learning. She examines the nature of discourses and pedagogies in multiliteracies education, particularly in the context of standardization and testing which affect curricular decisions. Among her notable projects are 'Teaching Primary English,' which investigates the construction of subject knowledge, the role of textual knowledge, and professional identity for teachers. She also engages in international collaborations, including a project that explores experienced teachers' professional lives in teaching English. Kerry-Ann has received multiple awards for her contributions to student learning, including the Vice-Chancellor's Citation and the Macquarie University Outstanding Teacher Award. Furthermore, she actively supervises Higher Degree Research students and leads courses related to Primary English Pedagogy at Macquarie University.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2008-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Senior Lecturer specializing in English literacy education and children's literature.

Awards

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Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

2010-01-01
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Vice Chancellor's Citation

2018-01-01
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Macquarie University Outstanding Teacher Award

2003-01-01

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).