New Perspectives in Science Education

Dr Siobhán O’ Sullivan has a BSc (Honours) and PhD in Biochemistry and Microbiology. Siobhán completed a Certificate and Diploma in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education and in 2007, she graduated with a 1st class honours MA in Teaching and Learning from University College Cork. Dr. Siobhán O' Sullivan is the Curriculum Development Manager of the Ed4Life Structured PhD training program in Life Sciences, at Cork Institute of Technology. Siobhán worked for several years as a postdoctoral researcher in Biochemistry and in curriculum development for teacher science education and professional development. She has published widely on the potential of information technology in the classroom, in continuing professional development and in online learning. Most recently, her research has centered on the effective use of Web 2.0 tools in Teaching & Learning, the potential use of eportfolios in documenting learning, reflective practice and in the engagement of students in learning. She works part-time in CIT with the Teaching and Learning unit where she provides workshops to staff in Teaching and Learning and new Learning Technologies.