Research and projects
Exploring plant awareness in teacher education
This project seeks to explore pre- and in-service educators’ experiences as they design and/or participate in professional learning aimed at developing understanding of curriculum and how gardening can be implemented in schools. For example, participating in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) experiences that aim to build students’ understanding of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in connection with the important role plants play in the environment and human affairs.
More information about Ray Eckerman’s work is available through the Small Mountains website.
Journals and publications
Our Research
Note: Educators, if you do not have access to a University library with access to databases, look for articles that are ‘open access’ as these articles are free.
- Rochette, E. & Stavrakas, Z. (2026). Analysis of vitamin C concentration of Kakadu plum extract: Re-imaging a classic chemistry investigation. Teaching Science: The Journal of the Australian Science Teachers Association , 72 (1), 16-32.
Publications of interest
Plants, People Planet: Publishes innovative research at the intersection of plants, society, and the planet aimed to generate societal impact and address global issues with plant-focused solutions.
The Australian Journal of Environmental Education: One of the oldest internationally refereed environmental education journals publishing all aspects of contemporary research and practice.