1st Edition
Empowering Learners A Practical Guide to Inclusive Teaching
Chapter 1
Engaging with Personalised Learning to Foster a Love of Learning for All
Chapter 2
Teacher as a Data Collector and Analyst: Know Your Learner Deeply and Profoundly
Chapter 3
Teacher as a Co-Designer: Involve the Learner to Maximise Opportunity
Chapter 4
Teacher as a Negotiator: Build Bridges between Learners and the Curriculum
Chapter 5
Teacher as an Empowerer: Foster deep learning and sustain a love of learning
Chapter 6
Teacher as an Empowerer: Enhance Learning through Technology
Chapter 7
Teacher as an Assessor: Celebrate Learning Progression for Each Learner
Chapter 8
Teacher as a Co-regulator: Foster Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation
Chapter 9
Finding the Sweet Spot Where Love of Learning Ignites
Biography
Maya Gunawardena is an Associate Professor of Pedagogy and Curriculum at the University of Canberra, Australia with a scholarly focus on inclusion and equity in education. Maya’s work is also deeply grounded in advancing equity, inclusion and critical thinking as foundations for high‑quality learning and teaching. Her research, teaching, and leadership are united by a core priority: strengthening school education in ways that contribute to a fairer and more just society.
K.V. Dhanapala is a Professor at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, with a PhD in English Language Teaching and Education. Her expertise includes teacher education, curriculum design, language testing and assessment, quality assurance, and personalised learning. She is the recipient of the prestigious JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship and 2024 Best Educator in Language and Literature Award.
Penny Bishop is dean of Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development and professor of teaching and learning. She has received several major honors for her work, including the John H. Lounsbury Award for Distinguished Achievement in Middle Level Education from the Association for Middle Level Education.
Karen Oakley is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology at the University of Canberra, Australia. She has 20 years of research experience in working with multidisciplinary teams, researching co-design of systems and services, and conducting research to further understand neurodevelopmental conditions. Her work seeks to advance inclusive, evidence-based educational practices that support students with neurodevelopmental conditions.
