Overview
Background
Cognitive educational psychology, Classroom-based instruction strategy training and problem solving, Intellectual disability, Learning difficulties, Aging and disability, Inclusion, Adolescent reading and writing habit, Issues relating to victimised youth, Creative Writing.
Professor Ashman completed his Bachelor of Arts degree with honours in Applied Psychology. He continued his studies at the University of Alberta, Canada and was granted a Master of Education (Counselling) and a PhD in the area of cognitive educational psychology. He has taught at the universities of Alberta, Regina, and Newcastle and came to the Schonell Special Education Research Centre in 1987. He has published widely in the area of cognitive psychology, special education and disability and has authored or edited over a dozen volumes in these areas. He is past national President of the Australian Society for the Study of Intellectual Disability, and past President of the International Association on Cognitive Education.
Availability
- Emeritus Professor Adrian Ashman is:
- Not available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Arts, University of New South Wales
- Masters (Coursework) of Education, University of Alberta
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Alberta
- Masters (Coursework), Queensland University of Technology
- American Psychological Association, American Psychological Association
Works
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2012
Book Chapter
Technology-enhanced learning: the introduction and use of information and communication of technology in special education
Ashman, Adrian F. (2012). Technology-enhanced learning: the introduction and use of information and communication of technology in special education. Technologies for enhancing pedagogy, engagement, and empowerment in education: creating learning-friendly environments. (pp. 27-41) edited by Thao Le and Quynh Le. Hersey, PA, United States: Information Science Reference. doi: 10.4018/978-1-61350-074-3.ch003
2012
Book Chapter
Cerebral palsy
Ashman, Adrian (2012). Cerebral palsy. Education for inclusion and diversity. (pp. 61-62) edited by Adrian Ashman and John Elkins. Frenchs Forest, Australia: Pearson.
2011
Book
Education for inclusion and diversity
Adrian Ashman and John Elkins eds. (2011). Education for inclusion and diversity. 4th ed. Frenchs Forest, Australia: Pearson Australia Group.
2011
Book Chapter
Students from indigenous backgrounds
Ashman, Adrian (2011). Students from indigenous backgrounds. Education for inclusion and diversity. (pp. 34-36) edited by Adrian Ashman and John Elkins. Frenchs Forest, Australia: Pearson.
2010
Journal Article
Modelling inclusive practices in postgraduate tertiary educaiton courses
Ashman, Adrian (2010). Modelling inclusive practices in postgraduate tertiary educaiton courses. International Journal of Inclusive Education, 14 (7), 667-680. doi: 10.1080/13603111003778429
2010
Journal Article
Consumer satisfaction: Case study from an Australian guardianship jurisdiction
Ashman, Adrian F. and Joachim, Ron (2010). Consumer satisfaction: Case study from an Australian guardianship jurisdiction. Australian Journal of Administrative Law, 18, 20-28.
2010
Book Chapter
Modelling and guiding inclusive practices: A challenge for postgraduate students
Ashman, Adrian (2010). Modelling and guiding inclusive practices: A challenge for postgraduate students. Teacher education for inclusion: Changing paradigms and innovative approaches. (pp. 143-151) edited by Chris Forlin. London ; New York: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9780203850879
2010
Conference Publication
Collaboration in teacher professional learning: Universities, school-systems, schools and teachers
Deppeler, Joanne, Ashman, Adrian F., Conway, Robert, Jones, Phyllis, O'Gorman, Elizabeth, Garcia-Cedillo, Ismael, Romero-Contreras, Silvia and Fletcher, Todd (2010). Collaboration in teacher professional learning: Universities, school-systems, schools and teachers. The 7th Inclusive and Supportive Education Congress (ISEC2010), Belfast, Ireland, 2-5 August 2010. Belfast, Ireland: Queen's University Belfast.
2009
Book
Educating for inclusion and diversity
Adrian F. Ashman and John Elkins eds. (2009). Educating for inclusion and diversity. 3rd ed. ed. Frenches Forest, NSW: Pearson Education Australia.
2009
Journal Article
Cognitive training, conflict resolution, and exercise: Effects on young adolescents' well-being
Taylor, M., Gillies, R. and Ashman, A. (2009). Cognitive training, conflict resolution, and exercise: Effects on young adolescents' well-being. Australian Journal of Guidance and Counselling, 19 (2), 131-149. doi: 10.1375/ajgc.19.2.131
2009
Book Chapter
Contemporary cultures and education
Ashman, A. (2009). Contemporary cultures and education. Education for Inclusion and Diversity. (pp. 3-34) edited by Adrian F. Ashman and John Elkins. Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Education Australia.
2009
Book Chapter
Diversity and educational environments
Ashman, A. and Merrotsy, P. (2009). Diversity and educational environments. Education for Inclusion and Diversity. (pp. 57-89) edited by A. F. Ashman and J. Elkins. Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Education Australia.
2008
Book Chapter
The teacher's role in implementing cooperative learning in the classroom: An introduction
Gillies, R. M., Ashman, A. F. and Terwel, J. (2008). The teacher's role in implementing cooperative learning in the classroom: An introduction. The Teacher's Role in Implementing Cooperative Learning in the Classroom. (pp. 1-8) edited by R. M. Gillies, A. F. Ashman and J. Terwel. New York, U.S.A.: Springer. doi: 10.1007/978-0-387-70892-8
2008
Book Chapter
School and inclusive practices
Ashman, Adrian F. (2008). School and inclusive practices. The teacher’s role in implementing cooperative learning in the classroom. (pp. 163-183) edited by Robyn M. Gillies, Adrian Ashman and Jan Terwel. New York, U.S.A.: Springer. doi: 10.1007/978-0-387-70892-8_8
2008
Other Outputs
Making the transition from young adult to adult literature. ,
Ashman, A. F. (2008). Making the transition from young adult to adult literature. ,. Other, Griffith University (Gold Coast), Queensland, Australia..
2008
Book Chapter
Concluding remarks
Gillies, Robyn M., Ashman, Adrian F. and Terwel, Jan (2008). Concluding remarks. The teacher’s role in implementing cooperative learning in the classroom. (pp. 258-261) edited by Robyn M. Gillies, Adrian Ashman and Jan Terwel. New York, NY United States: Springer. doi: 10.1007/978-0-387-70892-8
2008
Book Chapter
Education reforms in special education
Wu, Wu-Tien, Ashman, Adrian and Kim, Yong-Wook (2008). Education reforms in special education. Reform, inclusion and teacher education: Towards a new era of special and inclusive education in Asia-Pacific regions. (pp. 13-28) edited by Christine Forlin and Ming-Gon John Lian. London, U.K.; New York, U.S.A.: Routledge.
2007
Journal Article
A personal reading history
Ashman, Adrian (2007). A personal reading history. TEXT: Journal of Writing and Writing Courses, 11 (2). doi: 10.52086/001c.31826
2007
Book
The teacher's role in implementing cooperative learning in the classroom
Gillies, R.M., Ashman, A.F. and Terwel, J. eds. (2007). The teacher's role in implementing cooperative learning in the classroom. Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning, Boston, MA, United States: Springer. doi: 10.1007/978-0-387-70892-8
2007
Other Outputs
Adapting emergency interventions
Ashman, A. F., Carroll, A., Bower, J. and Williams, C. (2007). Adapting emergency interventions. Queensland: Queensland Fire and Rescue Services.
Funding
Supervision
Availability
- Emeritus Professor Adrian Ashman is:
- Not available for supervision
Supervision history
Completed supervision
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
What they think, what they expect, and what they practise: A multivariate analysis of students' perceptions about teaching and learning in higher education
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor John Quiggin
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2009
Doctor Philosophy
From the liminal to the visceral Professional Learning for Acting (PLA) in Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Veronica Kelly
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
AT-RISK BOYS' PERCEPTIONS OF MASCULINITIES AND RESILIENCE
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Honorary Professor Martin Mills
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2004
Doctor Philosophy
AN ANALYSIS OF THE NATURE AND QUALITY OF FRIENDSHIP RELATIONSHIPS IN A SAMPLE OF AUSTRALIAN ADOLESCENTS
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Robyn Gillies
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2003
Doctor Philosophy
Young people's transitions into and out of homelessness in southeast Queensland
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Robyn Gillies
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2015
Master Philosophy
Meaning in Life in Young Australian Adults: The Role of Volunteerism
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Annemaree Carroll
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
An exploratory investigation of how teachers foster self-regulated learning (SRL) among primary school students
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Robyn Gillies
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
The Development and Validation of the Contextualised Assessment Tool for Risk and Protection Management (CAT-RPM)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Annemaree Carroll
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2009
Doctor Philosophy
Cognitive training, conflict resolution, and exercise: Effects on young adolescents' well-being
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Robyn Gillies
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