She holds a PhD from University of Tasmania, Graduate Certificate in Research, and a Bachelor of Education with Honours. Her teaching has included working as Tutor over four years in ‘Inclusive Practices in Education Settings’ for both Masters and third year Bachelor of Education students. This was in face-to-face and on-line learning environments. Michelle has also co-ordinated a course for third year Bachelor students “Reflective Practitioner Action Researcher’ at the University of Tasmania.