Kaye Stacey facts for kids
Kaye C. Vale Stacey (born in 1948) is an Australian expert in teaching mathematics. She held a very important position at the University of Melbourne for 20 years, from 1992 until she retired in 2012. She was the first person to hold the "Foundation Chair of Mathematics Education" in the Graduate School of Education. This means she was a top professor focused on how to best teach math.
Currently, she is the main editor for Educational Designer. This is a special magazine (or journal) for the International Society for Design and Development in Education. It shares new ideas about designing education.
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About Kaye Stacey
Her Role in Math Education
Kaye Stacey spent many years helping to improve how mathematics is taught. As a professor at the University of Melbourne, she worked on new ways to teach math to students. Her job was to lead research and teach future teachers about the best methods for math education. She helped shape how math is learned in Australia and beyond.
Leading a Journal
Even after retiring from her teaching role, Kaye Stacey continues to contribute to education. She is the editor-in-chief of Educational Designer. This journal is a place where educators share their ideas and research on how to design better learning experiences. Being an editor means she helps decide which articles get published, making sure they are high quality and useful for other educators.
Her Journey in Learning
University Studies
Kaye Stacey has a strong background in education. She earned her first degree, a bachelor's degree, from the University of New South Wales. This was her first step into higher education.
Advanced Research
Later, she went on to study at the famous University of Oxford in 1974. There, she earned a special advanced degree called a doctorate (D.Phil.). Her research for this degree was about a complex part of mathematics called number theory. It was titled The Enumeration of Perfect Quadratic Forms in Seven Variables. She also has a Diploma of Education from Monash University, which focuses specifically on teaching skills.
Sharing Knowledge
Writing Books
Kaye Stacey believes in sharing her knowledge with others. She is one of the authors of a well-known book called Thinking Mathematically. She wrote this book with Leone Burton and John Mason. It was first published in 1982 and then updated in 2010. The book helps people learn how to think like mathematicians and solve problems.
Recognitions
Special Awards
In 2003, the Australian Government honored Kaye Stacey for her amazing work. She received a Centenary Medal. This award is given to people who have made a great difference to Australia. Her medal was for her outstanding contributions to mathematics education.
