Nicola Broderick
Dr
Nicola
Broderick is an Assistant Professor in Science Education and Social, Environmental and Scientific Education. She works in the area of Initial
Teacher Education and Teacher Professional Learning. Nicola previously worked as a primary school teacher and deputy principal in Co. Meath.
Currently Nicola's main responsibilities include researching, developing and facilitating ITE and continuous professional learning in science education. Nicola has developed educational resources in science and published in the areas of teaching and learning in primary science, STEM education, Nature of Science, Education for Sustainable Development and teacher professional learning.
Nicola completed her Doctorate of Education at Dublin City University, which examined the impact of teaching primary science through socioscientific issues on children's scientific literacy.
Nicola is a member of the Centre for the Advancement STEM Teaching and Learning (CASTeL), International Professional Development Association (IPDA) Ireland and the Irish Association for Primary Science Education (IAPSE).
Nicola welcomes contact from organisations and individuals interested in all areas outlined above and all areas related to science/STEM education.
Currently Nicola's main responsibilities include researching, developing and facilitating ITE and continuous professional learning in science education. Nicola has developed educational resources in science and published in the areas of teaching and learning in primary science, STEM education, Nature of Science, Education for Sustainable Development and teacher professional learning.
Nicola completed her Doctorate of Education at Dublin City University, which examined the impact of teaching primary science through socioscientific issues on children's scientific literacy.
Nicola is a member of the Centre for the Advancement STEM Teaching and Learning (CASTeL), International Professional Development Association (IPDA) Ireland and the Irish Association for Primary Science Education (IAPSE).
Nicola welcomes contact from organisations and individuals interested in all areas outlined above and all areas related to science/STEM education.
Book
| Year | Publication | |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Butler, D.; Moynihan, D; McMorrough, A.; Broderick, N.; Usher, J. (2024) First LEGO League SUBMERGED Teacher Guide for Ireland. Ireland: Stevenage: The Institution of Engineering and Technology. | |
| 2023 | Butler, D.; Moynihan, D; McMorrough, A.; Broderick, N.; Usher, J. (2023) First LEGO League Explore MASTERPIECE Teacher Guide for Ireland. UK: Stevenage: The Institution of Engineering and Technology. [Link] | |
| 2022 | Deirdre Butler; Nicola Broderick; Joe Usher (2022) SUPERPOWERED: FIRST LEGO League Explore Teacher Guide for Ireland. UK: Stevenage: The Institution of Engineering and Technology. | |
| 2022 | Deirdre Butler; Nicola Broderick; Joe Usher (2022) First LEGO League Explore Cargo Connect Teacher Guide for Ireland. UK: Stevenage: The Institution of Engineering and Technology. | |
| 2016 | Cliona Murphy (Editor), Nicola Broderick, Greg Smith. (2016) SUSTAIN Energy Teacher Resource Book. France: La main à la pâte Foundation. http://www.fondation-lamap.org/en/sustain/project | |
| 2016 | Nicola Broderick Cliona Murphy (2016) Scientist's Apprentice - Energy and Resources. Stillorgan Road, Belfield, Dublin 4: University College Dublin. | |
| 2015 | Cliona Murphy, Nicola Broderick, Lydnsay Kenny (2015) Real Science for Young Scientists. Drumcondra: St Patrick's College. |
Book Chapter
| Year | Publication | |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Broderick, N.; Usher, J. (2024) 'Responsible consumption and production: Think before you buy (SDG 12)' In: Teaching the Sustainable Development Goals to Young Citizens (10-16 Years): A Focus on Teaching Hope, Respect, Empathy and Advocacy in Schools. [Link] [DOI] | |
| 2021 | Joe Usher and Nicola Broderick (2021) 'Chapter 12: SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production' In: Teaching respect, hope and advocacy in schools: a focus on the sustainable development goals. London : Routledge. |
Peer Reviewed Journal
| Year | Publication | |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Broderick, Nicola; Kelly, Orla; Murphy, Cliona; Kerr, Karen; Whelan, Joan (2024) 'An exploration of parents’ engagement with learning about climate change through science education: learnings for future practice'. Environmental Education Research, . [Link] [DOI] | |
| 2023 | Broderick, N. (2023) 'Exploring different visions of scientific literacy in Irish primary science education: core issues and future directions'. Irish Educational Studies, . [Link] [DOI] | |
| 2021 | Murphy, Cliona; Smith, Greg; Broderick, Nicola (2021) 'A Starting Point: Provide Children Opportunities to Engage with Scientific Inquiry and Nature of Science'. Research in Science Education, 51 (6). [DOI] | |
| 2020 | Murphy, C., Broderick, N. & Mallon, B. (2020) 'Primary Science in Ireland - 17 Years on'. Irish Teachers' Journal, . | |
| 2019 | Murphy, C., Smith, G., & Broderick, N. (2019) 'A Starting Point: Provide Children Opportunities to Engage with Scientific Inquiry and Nature of Science'. Research in Science Education, . https://doi.org/10.1007/s11165-019-9825-0 | |
| 2019 | Broderick, N (2019) 'From Our Own Correspondent: teachers’ professional learning in the Republic of Ireland context'. Practice: contemporary issues in professional learning, . [Link] [DOI] |
Conference Publication
Conference Contribution
Published Report
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Education
Research Interests
Nicola Broderick's research interests are in the areas of:
- STEM Education
- Science Education
- Education for Sustainable Development
- Nature of Science
- Teaching and Learning in Primary Science
- Inquiry Based Science Education
- Continuous Professional Development.
- Policy and Practice
- Socioscientific Issues
Research Projects
Teaching Interests
Nicola teaches on a wide range of courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Doctor of Education (Level 10)
ED9012: Professional Learning Policy Analysis
ED9035: ESD, Global Citizenship and Climate Action
Professional Master of Education (Primary) (Level 9)
PMEP1: ED9047 Professional Placement and Reflection
PMEP1: Professional Placement
PMEP2: School Placement Supervision
PMEP1: ED9047 Professional Placement and Reflection
PMEP1: Professional Placement
PMEP2: School Placement Supervision
Bachelor of Education (Level 8)
B.Ed1: ED1023 SESE and Teacher as a Person: Primary Science Education
B.Ed1: ED1018 Teacher as Reflective Practitioner
B.Ed2: ED2032 Science and Early Childhood Education
B.Ed3: ED3053 Global Citizenship and Local Studies
B.Ed3: SG301 Current Issues in Science Education
B.Ed2: ED2032 Science and Early Childhood Education
B.Ed3: ED3053 Global Citizenship and Local Studies
B.Ed3: SG301 Current Issues in Science Education
B.Ed4: ED4015 Research Project
BEd1, 2, 3 and 4 - Professional Placement