Dr. Leigh Disney

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Leigh Disney is a Senior Lecturer in Early Years at Monash University. He began his career as an early childhood educator in school-based settings for over ten years, developing a detailed knowledge of the educative care needs of children aged 0-8. Specializing in supporting young children’s social and emotional development across curricula domains such as science, technology, and mathematics, Leigh is a mixed-methodological researcher studying early years mathematical learning and the impact of digital technology in educational settings. He is currently investigating enhancements in learning outcomes for children through dynamic leadership processes. Leigh has collaborated on projects in China concerning cross-cultural early childhood practices and the implementation of play-based learning in Chinese preschools. His expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals established in 2015, focusing on global efforts to end poverty and ensure prosperity. His research areas include Early Childhood Education, Digital Technologies, Play Pedagogy, Early Years Mathematics Learning, and Teacher Education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2010-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in Early Childhood Education, focusing on social-emotional development and mathematical learning.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.