David McLean

Author, Curriculum Specialist, Education Consultant, Social Issues

Author, educator, actor and broadcaster, David has over a quarter of a century of experience in education, having headed English departments and run workshops for students and professional development for teachers. He has authored novels and developed curriculum resources that are sold nationally and internationally. He has an engaging presentation style encouraging active participation where possible.

Where were you born?

Melbourne is where I was born and bred.

What other jobs have you had?

I have taught, trained others, worked in radio, appeared in a few television serials, trod the boards on stage and have earned a crust from the occasional article.

What themes are recurring in your work?

Words and language play have been integral to much of my work be it in encouraging students to experiment with language or writing something taking a different perspective. I also encourage active engagement from students where ever possible.

Where have your works been published?

My articles have appeared in Melbourne’s The Age. My novels have had a national release but my educational resources have found an audience in the UK and USA.

What are you passionate about?

Good education. Good teachers. Good books.

Haven’t I seen you before?

You may have seen me on the amateur theatrical stage but I can be heard each week on Radio 3CR interviewing authors on ‘Published or Not’ where I speak to writers about their latest works.

Anything else you’d like to share with us?

Look up My Store on the Teachers Pay Teachers web site. Simply Google my name and TPT. There are plenty of practical resources on Australian poets, monologues to perform and VCE texts.

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