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Research interests
My research interests include educational transitions, the characteristics of primary teachers; the impact of teacher education models, Lesson Study, problem posing and STE(A)M education.
Educació / qualificació acadèmica
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Limerick
Master of Science (M.Sc), University of Limerick
Physical Ed & Mathematics, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), University of Limerick
Experiència relacionada amb els SDG de les Nacions Unides
El 2015, els estats membres de l’ONU van acordar 17 objectius globals de desenvolupament sostenible (SDG) per acabar amb la pobresa, protegir el planeta i garantir la prosperitat per a tothom. El treball d'aquesta persona contribueix als següents SDG:
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Gender equality
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Decent work and economic growth
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Reduced inequalities
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Climate action
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Peace justice and strong institutions
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SPARK: SPARK- STEM Partnerships for Action, Relevance, and Knowledge: A school-university partnership of educators to support integrated STEM learning and understanding of societal issues
Fitzpatrick, M. (CoPI), O'Dwyer, A. (CoPI), Leavy, A. (CoI), Hourigan, M. (CoI), Carroll, C. (CoI), Murphy, B. (CoI) & Ryan, M. (CoI)
1/01/26 → 31/12/26
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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PROTECT: Erasmus+ Pupil-led Response to the Effects of Climate Change on Their Local Communities
McInerney, R. (PI), Corry, E. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI), Leavy, A. (CoPI) & O'Dwyer, A. (CoPI)
1/09/25 → 31/08/28
Projecte: Research
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Studio LAB Encounters: Becoming STEAM Educators
Morrin, A.-M. (PI), Leavy, A. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI), Liston, M. (CoPI), O'Dwyer, A. (CoPI) & Corry, E. (CoPI)
15/11/21 → …
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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STEM Café: Embracing Integrated STEM Education
Leavy, A. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI), Carroll, C. (CoPI), Fitzpatrick, M. (CoPI), O'Dwyer, A. (CoPI), Corry, E. (CoPI), Hamilton, M. (CoPI), McNamara, M. (CoPI), Liman-Kaban, A. (CoPI), O'Shea, J. (CoPI), Young, K. (CoPI), Liston, M. (CoPI), Ryan, M. (CoPI), Cleary, C. (CoPI), McGann, R. (CoPI) & Walsh, E. (CoPI)
25/09/17 → …
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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Science & Maths Week (Community Engagement)
Hourigan, M. (Other), Leavy, A. (Other), Carroll, C. (Other), Fitzpatrick, M. (Other), Walsh, M. (Other), Ryan, M. (Other) & Cleary, C. (Other)
8/10/12 → …
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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Nurturing problem solving and problem posing practices
Leavy, A. (CoPI) & Hourigan, M. (CoPI)
7/11/11 → …
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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Theory building classroom-based research in mathematics teacher education through Lesson Study
Leavy, A. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI), Fitzpatrick, M. (CoI), Carroll, C. (CoI) & O'Ceallaigh, T. (CoI)
8/01/07 → …
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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Research on knowledge and affect in teacher education
Hourigan, M. (CoPI), Leavy, A. (CoPI), Fitzpatrick, M. (CoI), Carroll, C. (CoI), O'Dwyer, A. (CoI), Corry, E. (CoI), Murphy, B. (CoI), Yilmaz, N. (CoI), Bjerke, A. H. (CoI) & Hamilton, M. (CoI)
12/01/04 → …
Projecte: Research
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Advancing statistics education in schools and initial teacher education
Leavy, A. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI) & Fitzpatrick, M. (CoI)
24/09/01 → …
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
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STEAMing: Erasmus+ STEAM: International Guidance to best practice
McInerney, R. (PI), Leavy, A. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI), O'Dwyer, A. (CoPI), Corry, E. (CoPI) & Browne, M. (CoPI)
9/09/19 → 27/01/23
Projecte: Teaching & Learning
Perfils
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Integrating STEAM and Child Voice in Climate Change Education: A Local Perspective
Corry, E., Dwyer, A., Hourigan, M. & Leavy, A., 6 de març 2026, Proceedings of the 20th Annual International Technology, Education and Development Conference (INTED2026).Producció científica: Conference contribution › Avaluat per experts
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Moving from the periphery using pre-service teachers' longer-term views of Lesson Study to inform its expansion
Hourigan, M., Carroll, C., Fitzpatrick, M. & Leavy, A., 14 de des. 2026, In: International Journal for Lesson and Learning Studies. 15, 5, pàg. 125-143 19 pàg.Producció científica: Article › Avaluat per experts
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Navigating facilitation challenges in lesson study of rural primary schools
Flanagan, B. & Hourigan, M., 14 de des. 2026, In: International Journal for Lesson and Learning Studies. 15, 5, pàg. 51-65 15 pàg., 15(5).Producció científica: Article › Avaluat per experts
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Responsive Programme Design: Refining Lesson Study in Initial Teacher Education
Carroll, C., Hourigan, M., Fitzpatrick, M. & Leavy, A., 1 de set. 2026, In S. Clivaz, P. Gomes, P. Mårtensson, A. Ní Shúilleabháin, & G. Wake (Eds.), Proceedings of ERME topic conference 28: Collaborative settings in mathematics teacher education, ERME..Producció científica: Conference contribution › Avaluat per experts
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Teacher education stakeholder perspectives on initial teacher education, the continuum of teacher education and teacher supply: Report No.3
Conway, P., Leavy, A., Smyth, E., Calderón, A., Fitzgerald, J., Hourigan, M., Lynch, R., O'Meara, N., Ní Chróinín, D. & Guralp, G., 29 de maig 2026, University of Limerick.Producció científica: Commissioned report › Avaluat per experts
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Teachers’ Professional Journeys during the first decade longitudinal study: Design and Instruments Technical Report.
Conway, P., Leavy, A., Smyth, E., Calderon, A., Fitzgerald, J., Hourigan, M., Lynch, R., Ní Chróinín, D., O'Meara, N. & Guralp, G., 2026, 69 pàg.Producció científica: Book › Avaluat per experts
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‘Unique selling point’ of Lesson Study in Initial Teacher Education: Unpacking pre-service teachers’ longer-term perceptions
Hourigan, M., Carroll, C., Fitzpatrick, M. & Leavy, A., 1 de set. 2026, In S. Clivaz, P. Gomes, P. Mårtensson, A. Ní Shúilleabháin, & G. Wake (Eds.), Proceedings of ERME topic conference 28: Collaborative settings in mathematics teacher education, ERME..Producció científica: Conference contribution › Avaluat per experts
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“Rather than Simply Learning Statistics, We Aimed to Learn About the Bees, From the Bees”: An Exploration of the Factors Influencing the Development of Positive Teacher Attitudes Toward Statistics
Fitzpatrick, M., Leavy, A. & Hourigan, M., 7 de gen. 2026, In: Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education.Producció científica: Article › Avaluat per experts
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Exploring the plight of the honeybee: Using Data Sensors and CODAP to support emerging bilingual learners in reasoning about big statistical ideas
Leavy, A. M., Hourigan, M. & Fitzpatrick, M., 14 de gen. 2025, In: Statistics Education Research Journal. 23, 2, pàg. 1-24 24 pàg.Producció científica: Article › Avaluat per experts
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From last place to first: Repositioning the M in STEM. Using Contemporary Research as a Guide to Navigate Curriculum Change
Hourigan, M., 18 d’oct. 2025, Proceedings of the Tenth Conference of Research in Mathematics Education in Ireland (MEI 10): Mathematics for a Connected World: Integration, Challenges and Possibilities. pàg. 11-28Producció científica: Conference contribution › Avaluat per experts
Activitats
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Centering the ‘M’ in STEM: Leveraging statistics in socio-scientific issues to maintain mathematical integrity
Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker) & Leavy, A. (Speaker)
23 de set. 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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The Pedagogy Behind the Game: Why Design Matters in GameBased STEM
Carroll, C. (Speaker), Leavy, A. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker), Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker) & Murphy, B. (Speaker)
17 d’ag. 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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Seeking, exploring and designing shapes: Unpacking synergies between mathematics and visual arts
Hourigan, M. (Speaker) & Morrin, A.-M. (Speaker)
21 de jul. 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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Responsive Programme Design: Refining Lesson Study in Initial Teacher Education
Carroll, C. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker), Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker) & Leavy, A. (Speaker)
1 de jul. 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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‘Unique selling point’ of Lesson Study in Initial Teacher Education: Unpacking pre-service teachers’ longer-term perceptions
Hourigan, M. (Speaker), Carroll, C. (Speaker), Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker) & Leavy, A. (Speaker)
30 de juny 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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The SPARK Project: Cultivating STEM Literacies for Planetary Health and Agency
Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker), O'Dwyer, A. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker), Ryan, M. (Speaker), Leavy, A. (Speaker), Carroll, C. (Speaker) & Murphy, B. (Speaker)
11 de juny 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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Lesson Study as a catalyst to promote STEM Teacher Educators’ Professional Learning and Innovative Practice
Ryan, M. (Speaker), O'Dwyer, A. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker) & Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker)
11 de juny 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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Beyond the Silo: A Collaborative Inquiry into Mathematics Teacher Educators’ Practice in Integrated STEM Education
Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker) & O'Dwyer, A. (Speaker)
5 de juny 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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Strengthening Teacher Educator Practice: A Collaborative Inquiry into the Affordances of Lesson Study
Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker), O'Dwyer, A. (Speaker) & Ryan, M. (Speaker)
5 de juny 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
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Lesson Study as a Means of Advancing STEM Teacher Educators’ Professional Learning for the Future
Ryan, M. (Speaker), O'Dwyer, A. (Speaker), Hourigan, M. (Speaker) & Fitzpatrick, M. (Speaker)
30 de maig 2026Activitat: Conference Presentations
Premis
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Teachers' Research Exchange (T-REX) Module Innovation Module Innovation Framework Award
Hourigan, M. (Recipient) & Leavy, A. (Recipient), 2020
Premi: Prize
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació
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Minister for Education Norma Foley and the Teaching Council announce landmark research study on teaching in Ireland
Conway, P., Leavy, A., Smyth, E., Hourigan, M., Ní Chróinín, D. & Fitzgerald, J.
2/04/24 → 2/08/24
3 ítems de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press Release
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Data from Mary Immaculate College Broaden Understanding of Engineering (Primary teachers' learning experiences of integrated STEM education)
2/07/24
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press/Media
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MIC Plays Major Role in Pioneering €2.8 million Study Charting Teachers’ Professional Journeys
Conway, P., Leavy, A., Smyth, E., Hourigan, M., Fitzgerald, J. & Ní Chróinín, D.
3/04/24
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press Release
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Studies from University of Limerick Have Provided New Data on Pediatrics ('i Have Seen Stem In Action and It's Quite Do-able!' the Impact of an Extended Professional Development Model On Teacher Efficacy In Primary Stem Education)
Hourigan, M., Leavy, A., Dwyer, A. & Corry, E.
14/04/23
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press/Media
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Consultation reports published on the Draft Primary Mathematics Curriculum: MIC
Leavy, A., Hourigan, M., Fitzpatrick, M., Harmon, M. & Treacy, M.
1/03/23
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press Release
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Recent Findings from University of Limerick Has Provided New Information about Pediatrics (Prospective Primary Teachers' Efficacy To Teach Mathematics: Measuring Efficacy Beliefs and Identifying the Factors That Influence Them)
29/11/22
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press/Media
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Minister Foley welcomes MIC review of STEM Education
Leavy, A., Hourigan, M., O'Dwyer, A., Fitzpatrick, M., Hamilton, M., Carroll, C., Corry, E., McGann, R. & LaCumber, G.
13/07/22
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press Release
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Minister Foley welcomes new research on STEM and the Arts Education to inform future policy in this area
Hourigan, M., Leavy, A., Carroll, C., Dwyer, A., Hamilton, M., Fitzpatrick, M. & McGann, R.
30/06/22
1 ítem de Cobertura dels mitjans
Premsa/Mitjans de comunicació: Press/Media