Dr. Sarika Kewalramani

Sarika Kewalramani is an Associate Professor in STEM Education at Swinburne University of Technology and the Department of Education, School Partnerships Lead. She has been a primary/secondary science, chemistry and mathematics teacher for 10+ years in Australia. Her versatile experiences in PreK-12 contexts and affiliation with primary and secondary public and independent schools/preschools in Victoria, including being a secondary school’s Head of Science Domain (2010-2014) guides her research to enhance STEM education opportunities for disadvantaged communities focusing on girls' STEM belonging and early engagement. Sarika leads a strategic program of funded research and outreach programs exploring inclusive STEM and Robotics teaching and learning strategies codesigned by teachers, parents, and communities for shaping students STEM pathways.