Chemical Education Divisional Awards

Celebrate excellence with us as we bestow a diverse array of awards, acknowledging the invaluable contributions to the realm of chemical education. Join us in honouring those who illuminate the path of knowledge and inspire future generations. 

Currently, nominations for this division are not being accepted.

 Notification will be sent to members once nominations reopen in the future.

Chemistry Education Division Medal


Nominations for the Division Medal should include the following information:

  • Curriculum vitae (maximum 1 page) including details of activities directly related to chemical education and leadership roles
  • A detailed statement of no more than 1000 words describing the nominee's sustained contribution to chemical education in Australia as demonstrated in one or more of the following: education research, teaching, service to the chemistry education community, and public engagement in chemistry education.
  • A PDF copy of two significant works, such as publications, widely-used resources, submissions to the Government or other influential material that demonstrates significant impact in chemical education (or related impact in science or higher education, see below) are to be attached to the application. An applicant is encouraged to provide a 30-word justification of impact for each output (within the overall word limit).
  • Names and addresses of two referees (confidential).

The sub-committee of the Division will take into account the extent to which the nominee has met the following criteria in considering applications:

  • A sustained contribution to chemical education in Australia evident within the past 5 - 10 (or longer) year period immediately prior to the submission date of the nomination.
  • Evidence of impact on a national scale through one or more of the following: education research, scholarship of teaching and learning, engagement and/or service in chemistry education, and/or Fellowship recognition (such as Advance HE fellowship).
  • Leadership within Royal Australian Chemical Institute in the area of chemical education and/or within the Division of Chemistry Education.


Example types of activities that could be included to evidence the above criteria:

  • Organisation and coordination of state/national/international events promoting and supporting research and evidence-based practice in chemical education.
  • Invited oral contributions to national and/or international conferences, publication in peer-reviewed chemistry/science education journals, book chapters, or books.
  • Contribution to national/international chemistry education policy or guidelines (such as representation on national and/or international educational boards and/or committees).
  • Development of teaching and learning resources (such as books, visual aids, interactive learning resources, online technologies/tools) that have subsequently been widely adopted.
  • The development of innovative pedagogies that have been evidenced as having a positive impact on student learning and/or the student experience in learning chemistry.
  • The development of inclusive curricula and practices that widen participation in learning chemistry for traditionally underrepresented groups of students.
    Contribution to work in areas allied to chemical education, e.g. science education and higher education, will be considered but the nominee is required to demonstrate the impact of outcomes on chemical education in Australia.

  
One medal is awarded per year.

Nominations are to be submitted online (link on this page).

Members will be advised when nominations are open for submission.

Following the deadline, no additional applications or nominations for the award will be considered.

If the selection committee determines that no candidate demonstrates adequate merit, they reserve the right to abstain from granting the award.

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Chemical Education Division Citation

Nominations for a Division Citation should include the following information:

  • Curriculum vitae (maximum 1 page) including details of activities directly related to chemistry education.
  • A statement of no more than 500 words describing the nominee's sustained contribution to chemical education in Australia in line with the criteria detailed below.
    The sub-committee of the Division will take into account one or more of the following criteria in considering applications:
  • Contribution to Australian chemical education within the past 2 - 3 year period immediately prior to the submission date of the nomination.
  • Evidence of impact in one or more of the following: education research, teaching (secondary or tertiary), outreach, or public engagement.
  • Service to the Royal Australian Chemical Institute through committee participation, mentorship, or provision of professional development for peers in Chemical Education.

Example types of activities that could be included to evidence the above criteria:

  • Development of teaching and learning resources (such as books, visual aids, interactive learning resources, and online technologies/tools) that have been demonstrated as effective in learning and adopted by peers.
  • Organisation and coordination of state/national/international events promoting and supporting research and evidence-based practice in chemical education.
  • The development of inclusive curricula and practices that widen participation in learning chemistry for traditionally underrepresented groups of students.
    Contribution to work in areas allied to chemical education, e.g. science education and higher education, will be considered but the nominee is required to demonstrate the impact of outcomes on chemical education in Australia.

Up to three awarded per year.

Nominations are to be submitted online (link on this page).

Members will be advised when nominations are open for submission.

Following the deadline, no additional applications or nominations for the award will be considered.

If the selection committee determines that no candidate demonstrates adequate merit, they reserve the right to abstain from granting the award.

Link here

Current Committee

Chair  Gwen Lawrie  University of Queensland
Secretary  Alexandra Yeung  Curtin University
Treasurer Natalie Williamson  University of Adelaide
Chair Elect Erica Smith  University of New England
Early Career Representative Reyne Pullen  University of Sydney

Awardees

The Chemical Education Division also has two award categories, the Division Citation and the Division Medal. The Citation is awarded for those who have made significant contribution to chemistry education through teaching, generating on learning materials, interactions with the community, curriculum development, catering to diverse groups or groups with special needs, and general service to the Division. The Medal is awarded to those who have demonstrated a sustained contribution over time, and who have demonstrated national leadership and impact.

2023

Alexandra Yeung

Andrew Pearson

Angela Ziebell

Genevieve Firmer 

Curtin University

Griffith University

Deakin University

University of Sydney

2022

Sara Kyne

Stephanie Schweiker

Stephen George-Williams 

Monash University

Bond University

University of Sydney

2021 Reyne Pullen  University of Sydney
2020 No medal awarded
2019
No medal awarded
2018 No medal awarded
2017 Gwen Lawrie The University of Queensland
2016 Siggi Schmid The University of Sydney
2014 Greg Metha The University of Adelaide
2012 Mauro Mocerino Curtin University
2008 Kieran Lim Deakin University

2007 Brian Yates The University of Tasmania
2005 Charles Fogliani Charles Sturt University
2004 Richard Russell The University of Adelaide
2002 Roy Tasker The University of Western Sydney
2000 Patrick Garnett Edith Cowan University
1987 Doug Carswell The University of New South Wales
1986 Bob Bucat The University of Western Australia
1984 Ben Selinger The Australian National University
1982 Peter Fensham Monash University