Dr. Rosie Welch

Biography

Rosie Welch is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Monash University. Her research focuses on the socio-cultural material complexities within health education, teacher education, and community settings. She applies a range of theoretical perspectives, particularly from design, sociology, and cultural studies, to address critical social challenges. Her work involves the development of public pedagogy related to media, curriculum, and Indigenous-settler relations, emphasizing gardens and their role in learning environments. Over the last five years, Rosie has specifically investigated the role of gardens and plants in educational contexts. She leads the Faculty's research group on Plants and Place Pedagogy, contributing to edited collections on environmental attunement and health education. Before joining Monash, Rosie taught health education and engaged in research roles at the University of Wollongong and the University of Sydney. She has experience as a secondary teacher and performed cultural and social planning roles in local government.

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