Different countries, different approaches to teaching and ...

Different countries , Different approaches to teaching and learning? Nicky Dulfer, Amy McKernan & Kimberley Brindle 1 Authors Dr Nicky Dulfer Nicky Dulfer is a Senior Lecturer at the Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne who has a decade s experience undertaking research within the field of education. Her past research projects include both quantitative and qualitative studies which connect to three key themes. The first theme, post-compulsory educational provision has included research investigating high stakes assessment, post-compulsory educational provision, school based apprenticeships and careers education. The second theme of equity has involved research in low and high socio-economic classrooms looking at retention and engagement strategies, funding models and equity practices. The final strand of Nicky s research focuses on pedagogy, and has comprised examining pedagogical practices, teacher efficacy, differentiation, engagement and retention in a range of secondary schools.

different ways. Tomlinson and Javius (2012) have advocated the idea that differentiation is about varied levels of support or inputs. Conversely, in their recent Australian study, Fenwick and Cooper (2012) found that many teachers believe differentiation is really about different expectations or outcomes for students.

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