20042018

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Research Interests

My research focusses on misconceptions and active learning in Science Education and Ecology, particularly Ant Ecology.    Recent Graduates:   Elaine Feeney BSc(Ed.) MSc. Thesis title: An Ecological Assessment of Rehabilitated Bauxite Residue to Determine Ecosystem Success     Current Students:   Elaine Galvin BSc.(Ed.). To determine and overcome misconceptions in Biology held by students and educators in the Irish schooling system. Funded by the Irish Research Council   Jennifer Butler BSc.(Ed.). Implementation of a Sustainable Health Framework into Science in Second Level Schools and its Integration in to Science Teacher Training. Funded by the Irish Research Council Heather Merrick BSc.(Ed.). The identification of bat species and their prey items using PCR. Funded by the Department of Life Sciences Scholarship.     Gerard Finnegan BSc.(Ed.). The Use of Ecosystem Function Analysis to Determine the Rehabilitation Success of Industrial Waste Sites. Funded by the Irish Research Council                       

Teaching Interests

Dr Audrey O'Grady Teaches on 5 ModulesBY4001- Biology 1BY4023- Animal DiversityBY4104- Ecology 1SE4024- Teaching Science 1SE4006- Science Teaching 3                                                                                           

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 15 - Life on Land
  • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

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