University of Queensland
Teaching people how to think.
I design and teach programs in critical thinking, media literacy, and democratic education — building the reasoning skills that matter most in a complex world.
Areas of work
What I do
Each area draws on research, teaching, and a commitment to accessible, rigorous reasoning.
Critical Thinking
Designing programs that teach students to deliberate, argue, and evaluate evidence — with honesty and rigour.
Media Literacy
Building practical skills for navigating disinformation, evaluating sources, and engaging responsibly online.
Democratic Education
Research on how communities of inquiry develop the reasoning skills required for genuine democratic participation.
Political Philosophy
Exploring the concepts that underpin political life — justice, power, legitimacy, and conditions for democratic flourishing.
Featured writing
Arguments worth having
How to Vote as a Critical Thinker
A practical guide to cutting through the noise — using vote compasses, researching candidates directly, and understanding why in Australia, no vote is ever wasted.
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Published work on democratic communities of inquiry, adaptive demarchy, and developing citizens’ capacity for rational, honest reasoning.
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Available for speaking engagements, academic collaboration, media appearances, and curriculum consulting.
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