Susan Caldis is a PhD candidate and sessional academic in the Macquarie School of Education at Macquarie University. During her doctoral candidature, Susan received a Faculty award for Excellence in Higher Degree Research and was hosted in Singapore by the Academy of Singapore Teachers as the Outstanding Educator In Residence for geographical education. Susan's research focus is about the transformation of practice amongst pre-service Geography teachers as they transition into the profession. Prior to doctoral studies, Susan held roles in school-based leadership and national curriculum development for Geography. Susan is a long-term advocate for geography education having twice held leadership roles in the state and national professional associations. Susan is also a recently appointed STEM Ambassador for geographical education.
