School of Teacher Education
Bob Dengate
Adjunct Lecturer
BA DipEd Macq,MEd(Hons) N.E.
Bob Dengate
Charles Sturt University Faculty of Education
Bathurst, NSW, Australia
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Bob has a passion for the disaffected learner and has written three highly successful thematic texts for General Mathematics in Years 9/10. Whilst a fierce advocate of "accessible" writing, Bob also submits scholarly articles to refereed journals and is published in Mathematics Education Research Journal , Australasia's leading mathematics education periodical and in international journals of communication theory. He was recently commissioned to write a chapter on learning theory for Edith Cowan University's postgraduate mathematics education program and as the internet consultant for 2 chapters of a forthcoming Australian primary mathematics method text. Recently, Bob was awarded the highest status ('experienced') for research paper review by MERGA.
A stalwart of the Mathematical Association of NSW (MANSW), Bob is a prolific contributor to Reflections and has served three terms as the professional association's Research Director (one for the Primary Association of Mathematics); he was recently an Executive member. Bob has delivered four keynote addresses to MANSW Annual Conferences and reviews regularly in the national parent journal Australian Mathematics Teacher. He was also founding President of Central West Mathematics Teachers' Association and is highly regarded in local schools at all levels. He has been President of Bathurst and Oberon Teachers' Associations and was twice NSW Teachers' Federation Councillor for Bathurst/Oberon and an annual conference delegate. Bob prepared the Number Strand of the current Years 7/8 Syllabus, support material for the current Years K-6 Syllabus and drafts of the impending modified senior school syllabi. He has served on every Syllabus Committee of the NSW Board of Studies and is a co-author of the highly acclaimed Central Schools Survival Pack.
In recent years, Bob became the Mathematics and French Node Co-ordinator for NSW HSC Online and as a member of its Project Management Group. He has since been promoted to Senior Node Co-ordinator (2000) and Charles Sturt University Project Director (2003). His SSP Leave program in 1998 focussed on web publishing and internet teaching options within CSU. A pioneer of the NSW HSC Online project, he now undertakes and leads professional development activities pertinent to the growth and development of the site. Further, in 1999, Bob accepted the position of Faculty of Education Online Support Co-ordinator.
Publications
Monographs
- Dawe, L; Dengate, RW; Howard, P & Perry, R.(1999). We Taught Them But Did They Learn? Research Report of the Investigation of Literacy in the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics in Secondary Schools. Commissioned by the Disadvantaged Schools Program for the NSW Dept Education & Training, May. Sydney University Press.
- Squires, D; Dengate, RW et al (1996). Meeting the Challenge: Curriculum Delivery in Four Rural Schools (Rev Ed). Central Schools Research Project, Charles Sturt University, Mitchell, Bathurst.
- Dengate, RW & Gill, K (1989). Maths for Teenagers. Longman - Cheshire, Melbourne.
- Dengate, RW, et al.(1990). Mathematics Excursions. Metropolitan West Publications Committee.
- Dengate, RW (1985). Mathematics in Sport. Mathematics for Living Series; Holmes - McDougall/ Dominie, Sydney.
- Dengate, RW (1985). Rural Mathematics. Mathematics for Living Series; Holmes - McDougall/ Dominie, Sydney.
Chapters
- Dengate, RW (1998). Constructivism and the Mathematics Classroom. In Ellerton, N (Ed) Issues in Mathematics Education: a Contemporary Perspective. MASTEC. Edith Cowan University, Perth.
- Dengate, RW ; Smith P & Meyenn, R (1996).Brigalow Central. In Meeting the Challenge: Curriculum Delivery in Four Rural Schools (Rev Ed). School. Central Schools Research Project, Charles Sturt University, Mitchell, Bathurst.
- Sinclair, RA & Dengate, RW (1996). The Teachers' Responses. In Meeting the Challenge: Curriculum Delivery in Four Rural Schools (Rev Ed). Charles Sturt University, Mitchell, Bathurst.
- Mares, L; Dengate, RW et al (1991). A Curriculum Model: Mathematics. Module 4 of Gifted Education Kit. Commissioned by NSW Dept. School Education.
- Dengate, RW et al (1989). Teaching in Central Schools. In Boylan, C (Ed.) Symposium on Rural Education, RMIHE, Wagga Wagga.
- Hansford, BC & Dengate, RW. (1987). Seating Selection and Communication Apprehension. In Teachers and Classroom Communication. HBJ, Sydney.
Refereed/Professional Journal Articles
- Dengate, RW (2005). Ability Grouping: A response. Reflections, Vol 30, No.1:Proceedings of the 2004 Annual Conference of the Mathematical Association of NSW. February, pp.62-63.
- Dengate, RW (2001). Streaming: What the Research Says. Reflections, Vol 26, No.4, November, pp.70-72.
- Dengate, RW (2001). Since the Sixties: A Retrospective on Mathematics Education. Reflections, Vol 26, No.1:Proceedings of the 2000 Annual Conference of the Mathematical Association of NSW, February, pp.2-4.
- Dengate, RW (2001). Pedagogical Integrity and the Internet. Australian Mathematics Teacher, Vol. 57, No. 2, June, pp.8-15.
- Dengate, RW (2000). Internet Olympics, Reflections, Vol 25, No.4, August, pp.70-72.
- Dengate, RW (1999). Desert F(x): The 'War' to Control Mathematics Curriculum (in the New Millennium). Reflections, Vol 24, No.2, May, pp.7-8.
- Dengate, RW & Mulligan, JT (1999). Working Mathematically Using the Internet. Reflections, Vol 24, No.1, February: Proceedings of the 1998 Annual Conference of the Mathematical Association of NSW, pp.47-50.
- Dengate, RW & Lerman, S (1995). Learning Theory in Mathematics Education: Using the Wide Angle Lens and not just the Microscope. Mathematics Education Research Journal Vol 7, No 1, April.
- Dengate, RW (1993).Research Into Ability Grouping in Mathematics Instruction. Square One, Vol 3, No 2.
- Dengate, RW (1992). Wither Mathematics Teaching? Reflections, Vol 17, No.4, November, pp.1-5.
- Dengate, RW et al (1992). A Case of the Missing Region. Australian Mathematics Teacher, Vol. 48, No. 3, August.
- Dengate, RW (1992). Action Research in Pre-service Education Reflections, Vol 17, No.3, August, pp.19-23.
- Dengate, RW (1991). Mathematics Research: Where Are We? Reflections, Vol 16, No.2, May, pp.21-23.
- Dengate, RW (1991). DEET Discipline Review: Impact on Practising Teachers, Reflections, Vol 16, No.3, August.
- Dengate, RW (1988). Kalculator Konstant Kapers, Square One, Vol 1, No 9, pp 8-14.
- Dengate, RW, McMullen, M & Thomas, ND (1987). Bathurst Public School Joint Project, Square One Vol 1, No 8, pp 11-14.
- Dengate, RW (1987). Use of the Calculator. (Feature Section on Years 7/8 Syllabus) Reflections, Vol 12, No 3, August, pp.50-69.
- Dengate, RW (1987). Streaming: What the Research Says. Reflections, Vol 12, No 2, May, pp. 18-19.
- Dengate, RW (1986). Reversibility Revered. Reflections, Vol 11, No.3, August, pp.28-32.
- Dengate, RW (1986). Mathematics Teachers Using Library Resources Notes and Miscellany, No. 4, March. Journal of Library Services, Div. Services, NSW Dept. Education.
- Hansford, BC & Dengate, RW (1985).Teaching Experience and Communication. Communication Research Reports Vol. 1, No. 1. International Journal of World Communication Association.
- Dengate, RW (1985). What is ICME 5? Reflections, Vol 10, No.3, August.
- Dengate, RW (1985). Factorising: A Logical Sequence. Reflections, Vol 10, No.2, May, pp.19-27.
- Dengate, RW (1980). Mathematics Individualisation: Boon or Burden? Teacher Feedback, Vol. 1, No. 8, April.
Newspaper Articles
- Dengate, RW & Gould, P. Maths HSC Study Guide linked to HSC 99, article published in Sydney Morning Herald, 17/5/99, p13, Education Supplement.
- Gould, P & Dengate, RW. Maths HSC Study Guide linked to HSC 98, article published in Sydney Morning Herald, 3/8/98, p10, Education Supplement.
Keynote Addresses
- Dengate, RW (2004). "Who Wants to Drink a Million Mils (of Mudgee Mud)". Keynote Presentation to Annual Conference of Mathematical Association of NSW, Mudgee, September.
- Dengate, RW (2001). "Working Mathematically using the Internet: The medium is the message" What's in a name?" [Dinner Address] Canberra Mathematical Association. Canberra. November.
- Dengate, RW (2000). "Since the Sixties". Keynote Presentation to Annual Conference of Mathematical Association of NSW, Wollongong, October.
- Dengate, RW (2000). "Pedagogical Integrity and the Internet". Keynote Presentation to Virtual Conference of Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers, August.
- Dengate, RW (1999). "Working Mathematically Using the Internet". Keynote Presentation to Illawarra Mathematics Network , Keira THS, May.
- Dengate, RW (1998). "Looking Forward by Looking Back". Keynote Presentation to Annual Conference of Western Region Mathematics Head Teachers, Dubbo, November.
- Dengate, RW (1998). "Supporting Teachers in Change: Simul Ante Retroque Prospiciens" Keynote Presentation to Annual Conference of Riverina Mathematics Teachers' Association, Yanco, September.
- Dengate, RW (1992). "Whither Mathematics Teaching?" Keynote Presentation to Annual Conference of Mathematical Association of NSW, Pokolbin, August.
- Dengate, RW (1991). "Perceptions of Secondary Mathematics Teachers: Architects, Builders or Bricklayers" Keynote Presentation to Annual Conference of Mathematical Association of NSW, Wollongong, October.
International Conference Presentations (Proceedings Published)
- Dengate, RW & Gorman, L. (2005). "NSW HSC Online: a challenging educational enterprise" Best Practice presentation at AACE World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education. Vancouver, October.
- Thomas, ND, Dengate, RW & Hastings, WJ (2005). Paper presented at the 29th International Conference for The Psychology of Mathematics Education, Melbourne, July.
- Dawe, L, Dengate, RW, Howard, P & Perry, R (2000) "An investigation of literacy in the teaching and learning of mathematics in secondary schools serving low socio-economic status communities". Paper presented at MERGA 23, Fremantle, July.
- Dengate, RW (1999). "Preliminary Assessment of a Trial Flexible Delivery Course in Preservice Teacher Education". Paper Presented at MERGA 22, Adelaide, July.
- Tidwell, PM & Dengate, RW (1999). "A Consumer Psychology Perspective of Mature Age Students: an Australian Perspective. Poster presented at 19th ICDE World Conference on Distance Education. Vienna, June.
- Dengate, RW (1998). "NSW HSC Online: Implications for Mathematics Education Research". Paper Presented at MERGA 21, Gold Coast, July.
- Dengate, RW & McKinnon, DH (1991). "Mathematics Teachers' Perceptions: Key Factors in the Early Secondary School". Paper Presented at 14th Annual Conference of Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia, Perth, July.
- Dengate, RW (1989). "Curriculum Innovation: A Thematic Approach to Mathematics Instruction". Poster presented at the 13th International Conference for The Psychology of Mathematics Education, Paris, July.
- Hansford, BC & Dengate, RW (1985). "A Comparison of Selected Verbal and Non-Verbal Behaviours in Samples of Experienced and inexperienced Secondary Teachers". Paper presented at the World Communication Conference; Baguio, Philippines, August.
- Hansford, BC & Dengate, RW (1985)."Can Teachers Learn from Their More Experienced Colleagues?" Paper presented to South Pacific Association of Teacher Educators; Hobart, July.
- Dengate, RW (1984). "Behavioural Outcomes of Communication Apprehension as a Covariate of Experience Among Mathematics Teachers". Paper Presented at 8th International Conference for The Psychology of Mathematics Education, Sydney, August.
National Conference Presentations (Proceedings Published)
- Nicholas, Z & Dengate, RW (2005). Emancipation & empowerment: (re-)energizing and (re-) engaging the disaffected learner. Paper presented at Australia Teacher Education Association Annual Conference, Gold Coast, July.
- Gorman, L & Dengate, RW (2003). "NSW HSC Online: A Successful Educational Partnership". Paper presented at 19th Annual SPERA Conference. Canberra, 28/9-1/10/03.
- Dengate, RW & Mulligan, JT (1999). "Working Mathematically Using Internet Resources". Paper presented to the Annual Conference of Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers, Adelaide, January.
- Dengate, RW (1991). "Thematic Instruction in Mathematics". Paper presented to the Annual Conference of Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers Hobart, January.
- Meyenn, R; Dengate, RW et al (1988) "The Central Schools Project" Symposium presentation to Annual Conference of Australian Association for Research in Education, Armidale, December.
- Dengate, RW (1988) "Teaching in Central Schools" Symposium presentation to Annual Conference of Australian Association for Research in Education, Armidale, December.
Other Conference Presentations
- Annual Conferences of MANSW: one or two presentations each year since 1984; latest:
- 3 presentations (2004 Annual Conference)
- Nicholas, Z & Dengate RW (2003). Teaching Stage 6 Mathematics Using Blooms Taxonomy. - NSW DET Regions & Professional Associations: multiple presentations in each Region/Network/Association; Organiser/ presenter more than 15 regional and state-wide conferences.
Presentations of NSW HSC Online and CSU Online
- Annual Conference of MANSW (1996, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2004);
- Technology Displays, Online/On Disk, Darling Harbour (1996, 1997, 2000, 2003);
- Western Region Conference of Mathematics Teachers (1997, 2002);
- Division of Learning and Teaching Services (formerly CELT) On-Line Teaching Forum "Connecting Learners & Teachers", CSU (1998);
- Visiting Scholar Prof Raj Dhanarahjan, President, Commonwealth of Learning, CSU (1998); MERGA 21 (1998);
- Annual Conference of Riverina Mathematics Teachers' Association (1998);
- Brown Bag Seminar, School of Teacher of Education, CSU (1998);
- NSW DET Western Region Secondary Principals (1999);
- Illawarra Mathematics Network (1999).
- Visiting Welsh Teachers' Delegation in conjunction with NSW Dept Education & Training, Bathurst District (1999).
- Rural Press and Publishing & Broadcast Limited (for Prof John O'Hara, 1999, 2000).
- Visiting Swedish Study Centre Managers (2000).
- Division of Marketing and Communications (2000).
- Information Online 2001 (Jan).
- CSU Tertiary Teaching Colloquium (for Dean of Education; Aug, 2001).
- University of Goroka Deans/PVC's visit to Australian Twinned Institutions (for Dean of Education; May, 2002).
- Rotary Daybreak Club, Bathurst (November, 2003).
- Study Skills for Senior School Students (February, 2005).
- Invited after dinner address, by Keith Hogan, Director, Procurement and Risk Management (November, 2005).
- NSW HSC Online: A Decade Old and Still Re-inventing Itself SoTE TDC Brown Bag Seminar (February, 2006).
- Invited address to Bathurst Regional Consultative Committee (April, 2007).
- Multiple media promotions, 10th Anniversary NSW HSC Online (July, 2007).