In this episode of In the Classroom, Dr. Ellen Larsen joins us to share her journey from classroom teacher to researcher, unpacking her passion for mentoring and empowering educators.

Here’s what you can expect from this episode:

✨ Mentoring vs. Coaching

🔥 Building Intellectual Virtues

🧠 Connecting Research and Practice

Dr. Ellen Larsen is Associate Head of Professional Engagement and Senior Lecturer at the University of Southern Queensland’s School of Education. A former classroom educator and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she specializes in teacher preparation, professional learning, and mentoring. Ellen has held leadership roles with ATEA and AARE and serves as Associate Editor of The Australian Educational Researcher. Her research focuses on teacher retention, education policy, and innovative pathways in teacher education.

🔗 To connect with Ellen and read more about her, please visit the following links:

🌟 USQ Profile: https://staffprofile.unisq.edu.au/Profile/Ellen-Larsen

🌟 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-larsen-6750a190/

🌟 Website: https://www.ellenlarsen.com/

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