Our research focusses on the use of novel digital technologies to enhance student engagement, motivation and success. This includes the development and evaluation of interactive online modules, digital tools for learning and assessment and immersive virtual environments.
Current projects
- Evaluating immersive virtual learning environments using 360 photography and online simulations in Medical Science teaching
- Development and evaluation of interactive online tutorials to support student learning
Highlighted publications
- Hari Rajan M; Herbert C; Polly P, 2023, 'Disrupted student engagement and motivation: observations from online and face-to-face university learning environments', Frontiers in Education, 8, http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2023.1320822
- Herbert C; Velan GM; Pryor W; Kumar RK, 2017, 'A model for the use of blended learning in large group teaching sessions', BMC Medical Education, 17, pp. 197 - 197, http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12909-017-1057-2
- Rodrigo C; Herbert C; Saunders D; Thomas S; Polly P, 2022, 'Influence of COVID-19 restrictions on student satisfaction with undergraduate pathology teaching in an Australian University', Frontiers in Education, 7, pp. 1014906, http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2022.1014906
- Polly P; Thai T; Yang JL; Luo A; Herbert C; Jones N; Lewis T; Vickery R; Richardson A; Schibeci S, 2018, 'The teacher-student journey: Program-wide teamwork skills development and evaluation in the medical sciences', International Journal of Assessment and Evaluation, 24, pp. 1 - 24, http://dx.doi.org/10.18848/2327-7920/cgp/v24i04/1-24
- Polly P; Vickery R; Thai T; Yang JL; Fath T; Herbert C; Jones N; Lewis T; Pather N; Schibeci S; Cox J, 2016, 'ePortfolios, Assessment and Professional Skills in the Medical Sciences', in Rowley J (ed.), ePortfolios in Australian Universities, Springer, Singapore, pp. 47 - 64, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-1732-2_4
Our experts
Associate Professor Cristan Herbert – Group Leader
Cristan Herbert is an Education Focussed academic in the School of Biomedical Sciences. His current research focusses on the use of novel digital technologies to enhance student engagement, motivation and success. He is also involved in ongoing research to identify mechanisms that promote inflammation in lung disease including COPD and sarcoidosis. Additionally, A/Prof Herbert is interested in the identification of biomarkers which may have potential for diagnosis and/or monitoring the progression of chronic inflammatory diseases.
Team Members
Manisha Hari Rajan (PhD Student)
Professor Patsie Polly – Group Leader
Patsie is recognised nationally as a medical scientist, leading teacher and innovative education researcher. Patsie is a Scientia Education Fellow, Education Focussed Champion and Professor in Pathology, within the School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine & Health. Patsie has infused her extensive medical research experience into the classroom by applying the latest laboratory research practice. Patsie strategically integrates adaptive lessons, ePortfolio pedagogy and collaborative communities of practice to allow her students to learn these career-relevant skills. Her unique method blends virtual and real laboratory experiences to break new ground in engaging her students as researchers.
Research Theme
Biomedical Education |