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Dr Generosa Leach Generosa Leach

Lecturer in Mathematics Education

Doctoral Co-Supervisor
Institute of Education

Professional

Contact details

  • Ph: ext. 49005 or DDI 09 2127005
    Location: Te Kouru: AT3.33, Atrium Building Level 3
    Campus: Albany

Qualifications

  • Generosa Angela Leach - ۶Ƶ (2023)

Certifications and Registrations

  • Licence, Co-Supervisor, ۶Ƶ

Research Expertise

Research Interests

Mathematics Education

Equitable learning environments

Culturally sustaining practices

Social Justice

Mathematical practices

Thematics

21st Century Citizenship, Health and Well-being

Area of Expertise

Field of research codes
Curriculum and Pedagogy (130200): Education (130000): Mathematics and Numeracy Curriculum and Pedagogy (130208)

Keywords

Mathematics Education

Inquiry learning

Developing mathematical inquiry communities

Mathematical practices

Equitable learning environments

Culturally sustaining mathematical practices

Research Outputs

Journal

Hunter, J., Hunter, R., Tupouniua, J., & Leach, G. (2022). Bringing the home into school: learning and connecting through mathematics education during the time of a pandemic. Educational Studies in Mathematics. 111(2), 207-224
[Journal article]Authored by: Hunter, J., Leach, G., Tupouniua, J.

Book

Miller, J., Choy, BH., Leach, G., Sawatzki, C., & Hunter, J. (2024). Productive pedagogical practices: Impact on mathematics teaching and learning. In Research in Mathematics Education in Australasia 2020-2023. (pp. 109 - 136).
[Chapter]Authored by: Hunter, J., Leach, G.
Hunter, J., Hunter, R., Tupouniua, J., & Leach, G. (2021). Taking a Strength-Based Approach: Bringing Student Homes into Schools During a Pandemic. In FM. Reimers, & FJ. Marmolejo (Eds.) University and School Collaborations during a Pandemic: Sustaining Educational Opportunity and Reinventing Education. (pp. 195 - 209). Cham, Switzerland: Springer Nature
[Chapter]Authored by: Hunter, J., Leach, G., Tupouniua, J.

Conference

Hunter, J., Ingram, N., Leach, G., Trinick, T., & Chin, SL.AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND MATHEMATICS EDUCATION RESEARCH AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT. Proceedings of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education. (pp. 62). 0771-100X.
[Conference]Authored by: Chin, S., Hunter, J., Leach, G.
Bowmar, A., Hill, J., Leach, G., & Hunter, J.Students’ mathematical wellbeing during a culturally sustaining mathematics pedagogy professional development initiative. Proceedings of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education. (pp. 155 - 162). 0771-100X.
[Conference]Authored by: Hunter, J., Leach, G.

Teaching and Supervision

Summary of Doctoral Supervision

Position Current Completed
Co-supervisor 6 1

Current Doctoral Supervision

Co-supervisor of:

  • Mepa Taufa Vuni - Doctor of Philosophy
    To explore Pāsifika notions of success in learning mathematics and examine the holistic approach to learning mathematics, considering not only academic achievement but also its impact on the cultural, emotional, and social well-being of Pāsifika students and parents.
  • Melinda Dixon - Doctor of Philosophy
    Understanding the E in STEM: How does Engineering education drive the integration of STEM education in years 1-8 in Aotearoa, and what impact does this have on student STEM identity?
  • Neil Scott - Doctor of Philosophy
    Targeted Assessment for Learning in Mathematics: A tool for maximising progress for learners needing additional support.
  • Bridget Wadham - Doctor of Philosophy
    Functional Thinking of diverse students (aged 5-7 years) within New Zealand Primary Schools.
  • Louise Fitzgerald - Doctor of Philosophy
    How to teachers adapt and enact mathematics curriculum material to align with their children's identity and culture. How does this impact on their engagement and attitudes towards mathematics and achievement?
  • Mary Rahiti - Doctor of Philosophy
    Optimal practices for effective school leadership in implementing evidence based projects

Completed Doctoral Supervision

Co-supervisor of:

  • 2024 - Kylie Smith - Doctor of Philosophy
    Democracy, Freedom, and School: Realigning power in Aotearoa New Zealand’s Secondary Schools