Renata Cinelli

Background

About Renata Cinelli

Strong education professional graduated from The University of Sydney (B.Ed Hons 1; PhD). I am an experienced Associate Professor at Australian Catholic University (ACU) with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Following teaching experience as a Health and Physical Education teacher in both primary and secondary schools in Sydney, I have been recognised for excellence in teaching in both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Health, Physical Education, Outdoor Education, Educational Psychology, Community Engagement, and Social Justice and Change for a Global World. Skilled in research (qualitative and quantitative experience) with a developing track record, I am an active Higher Degree Research supervisor with research interests covering international teacher education, working with students from diverse backgrounds (such as Indigenous Australians and Solomon Islanders), health and physical education, and teacher education. I have extensive experience leading international teaching and engagement trips for preservice teachers and have led over 180 students on 10 international trips ranging in length from 2-5 weeks in Solomon Islands, Kiribati, and Italy.I am passionate about teacher education and creating excellent teaching and learning experiences, both for my preservice teachers and the students they teach. A lifelong learner, I've also recently completed a Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Charles Sturt University, 2021) and been accepted as a Senior Fellow in the UK Higher Education Academy.