Projects per year
Personal profile
Biography
Dr Renee Crawford is an educator with several years experience in higher education and as a secondary music classroom, instrumental and ensemble teacher. She is currently an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at Monash University and a Research and Evaluation Consultant for various organisations. She teaches across secondary discipline methods, teacher education and research education units and has published both nationally and internationally in her field. Her previous positions involved managing high profile national research projects in collaboration with The University of Melbourne, Victoria University, Australian Council of Education Research and research consultancy Educational Transformations. The significance, impacts and outcomes of these research projects has influenced governmental education, immigration and Arts and culture policy. Her musical interests are in composition, film music, minimalism, the analysis of contemporary Australian music and the use of digital technology in music. She is an advocate for technology used in education in an effective way.
As an advocate for the use of technology in education in an appropriate and contemporary way, her PhD research completed at Monash University was based on the philosophy of authentic learning and technology in music teaching and learning practices.
Research interests
- Music education and research in music education.
- The philosophy, impact and pedagogy of using technology in music education.
- Holistic and authentic teaching and learning practice.
- Music curriculum development.
- Composition in the classroom.
- Teacher education and professional learning.
- Teaching and learning models.
- The impact of Arts and Music engagement in educational contexts from a sociological and intervention perspective (target groups such as multicultural and disengaged/behavioural).
- The role of the teaching artist in contemporary education.
Consulting
Research & Evaluation Consultant
Supervision interests
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Research area keywords
- Music education
- Technology in music education
- Authentic learning
- Multidimensional/non-linear learning
- Experiential education
- Constructivist learning
- Mixed method research
- Phenomenology
- Ethnography
- Case study
- Composition
- Holistic learning
- Secondary education
- Higher education
- Curriculum and Pedagogy
- Action research
- Transforming teaching and learning
- Shaping digital futures
- Educating for diversity and inclusion
Projects
- 10 Finished
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Teaching Arts: The Need for Artistic and Pedagogical Balance
Ludecke, M., Jenkins, L., Crawford, R., Belford, N., Burke, G. & Ammermann, M.
1/03/24 → 30/11/24
Project: Research
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Investigating pedagogy as contextual affirming creative practice in a time of crises: A PhEmaterialist approach.
Wolfe, M. & Crawford, R.
1/06/21 → 31/12/22
Project: Research
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Development of Numeracy Across the Curriculum Resources - Phase 3
Kidman, G., Hall, J., Forgasz, H., Faigen, B., Wolfe, M., Ludecke, M., Crawford, R., Hall, C., Grimmett, H., Blannin, J., Tudball, E. & Jenkins, L.
31/05/21 → 30/11/21
Project: Research
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Developing the inclusive practice of classroom music teachers: Enhancing the learning experiences of students with disabilities
1/05/21 → 31/12/22
Project: Research
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Critical and Creative Thinking: Developing metacognition and collaborative learning in the curriculum
1/07/19 → 1/12/20
Project: Research
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Beyond Western Notions of Creativity in Education: toward a trans-epistemological approach
Mehta, R., Creely, E., Henriksen, D., Henderson, M. & Crawford, R., 2024, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of Creative Behavior. 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial › Other › peer-review
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Composition pedagogy in Australia: rethinking teaching and learning in music education through composition and creativity
Crawford, R., 2024, The Oxford Handbook of Music Composition Pedagogy. Kaschub, M. (ed.). 1st ed. New York NY USA: Oxford University Press, p. 733-756 24 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (Book) › Research › peer-review
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Culturally responsive pedagogies and culturally responsive teaching: a reflexive discussion on initial teacher education within arts disciplines
Belford, N. & Crawford, R., 2024.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
Open Access -
Evaluation of a Pilot Radical Care Kit: Report for Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation by Monash Arts Creativity Education Faculty Research and Scholarship Group, Faculty of Education, Monash University
Ludecke, M., Burke, G., Crawford, R., Grimmett, H., lisahunter & Welch, R., 29 Feb 2024, Melbourne Vic Australia: Monash University. 102 p.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned Report › Research
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Harmony in progress: exploring motivation’s role in my piano learning and practice journey
Tao, J., Southcott, J. & Crawford, R., 2024, In: The Qualitative Report. 29, 10, p. 2683-2697 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open AccessFile
Prizes
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Award for Teaching Excellence
Crawford, Renee (Recipient), 2017
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Award for Teaching Excellence
Crawford, Renee (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Dean's Award for Partnership Development
Crawford, Renee (Recipient), 2017
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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MPA Supervisor of the Year Award Finalist
Crawford, Renee (Recipient), 2016
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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MPA Supervisor of the Year Award Finalist
Crawford, Renee (Recipient), 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Australian and New Zealand Association for Research in Music Education Annual Conference 2023 (Online Virtual Component)
Louise Jenkins (Organiser), Renee Crawford (Organiser), Oskar Bleeker (Speaker) & Priya Wilson (Speaker)
20 Oct 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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International Conference on New Directions in the Humanities 2019
Renee Crawford (Speaker) & Louise Jenkins (Speaker)
2019Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Mentor Leader - Monash Education Academy Higher Education Research Program
Renee Crawford (Contributor)
2016 → …Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Collaboration on community projects
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International Society for Music Education (External organisation)
Renee Crawford (Member)
2013 → …Activity: Industry, Government and Philanthropy Engagement and Partnerships › Membership of an advisory panel/policy group/ board
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Parliament of Victoria - Education and Training Committee - Parliamentary Inquiry into the extent, benefits and potential of music education in Victoria.
Renee Crawford (Contributor)
2013Activity: External Academic Engagement › Submissions to industry or govt committees, commissions and inquiries
Press/Media
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Researchers from Monash University Describe Findings in Pediatrics (Re-positionings and Reductions: a Case of Curriculum Evolution In Senior Secondary Music In Victoria, Australia)
Renee Crawford & Jane Southcott
17/07/24
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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These fun videos about Sound Makers will help students develop lifelong skills
Jane Southcott & Renee Crawford
26/07/23
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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Fading Notes: The State of Music Education - Fading Notes report, resources for F-2 Arts/Science
Jane Southcott & Renee Crawford
26/06/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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New video series explores using musical instruments in the classroom
Jane Southcott & Renee Crawford
15/06/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Public Engagement Activities
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Music can provide positive transcultural learning.
24/03/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Other