Ms Rachel Barber
BA (Hons), CELTA, IDLTM, MEdAssociate Lecturer
School of Access Education
As an Associate Lecturer and Academic Learning Advisor in the School of Access Education (CQU), I provide academic language and learning support to students in a range of disciplines and teach in the STEPS program.
I am a current Research by Higher Degree student at CQU, investigating interdisciplinary collaborative approaches to embedding academic literacies curricula into discipline learning and teaching, to enhance student learning.
I am committed to equity in education and am passionate about supporting students from diverse backgrounds through intentional curriculum design and transition pedagogies. Through my work with staff and students, I endeavour to enrich and transform the educational experience for all students, to support learner achievement.
Background
I have over 16 years’ higher education experience spanning English language teaching, widening participation, learning advising and enabling education.
Universities Studied At
Central Queensland University
James Cook University
University of Queensland
London Metropolitan University
Universities Worked At
Central Queensland University
James Cook University
Awards
2016 Australian Awards for University Teaching
Award for Programs that Enhance Learning: Student experiences and services supporting learning, development and growth in higher education.
Winner: JCU Learning Centre
Previous teaching
SKIL40025: Preparation Skills for University, CQU
CU1022: Developing Academic Skills, JCU
CU1010: Effective Writing, JCU
LNGE40049: Essay Writing for University, CQU
Curriculum and Pedagogy - Curriculum and Pedagogy not elsewhere classified
Education Systems - Higher Education
Specialist Studies in Education - Specialist Studies in Education not elsewhere classified