Dr. Jean Hopman
Details
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College: School of GUSS
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Department: School of GUSS
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Campus: City Campus Australia
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jean.hopman@rmit.edu.au
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ORCID: 0000-0002-2921-4358
Open to
- Masters Research or PhD student supervision
About
Dr Jean Hopman teaches and researches in the Social Work & Human Service program at RMIT. She examines the emotional aspects of collectives and relational dynamics by exploring the underlying layers of narrative. In particular, her work considers the connection between an individual's emotion within a system of emotion and how such a relationship impacts the agency of practitioners within their collectives. Some examples of research are exploring the emotional tensions within teaching practice, the emotional implications of youth-led climate activism work, and the emotional work of practice in sites of crisis. With a background in education, she has published a book titled, 'Surviving Emotional Work for Teachers: Improving Wellbeing and Professional Learning Through Reflexive Practice'. She initially completed a Bachelor of Primary and Secondary Education and a Graduate Diploma in Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. With 15 years in industry, she has taught and counselled in diverse educational settings, including government schools, private schools, international schools, and community-based education settings.
Jean is interested in continuing research that “taps into emotion”. Emotion and thought are intertwined and by using a previously established reflexive framework, she hopes to explore human service practice settings, including the experiences of students developing their professional identities.
Media
Hopman, J. (2022, 12 December). Supporting teacher emotions through rolling crises. Teacher. https://www.teachermagazine.com/au_en/articles/supporting-teacher-emotions-through-rolling-crises
Garner, A. (2021, 22 October). Surviving Emotional Work for Teachers: Improving Wellbeing and Professional Learning Through Reflexive Practice In New Books Network. https://newbooksnetwork.com/surviving-emotional-work-for-teachers
Beattie, E (2016, 7 October), ‘Academic Jean Hopman explores reflective pedagogy’, EducationHQ.
http://au.educationhq.com/news/36571/academic-jean-hopman-explores-reflective-pedagogy/
Hopman, J. (2015, 6 October). The emotional workload of teachers is too often ignored. The Conversation. https://theconversation.com/the-emotional-workload-of-teachers-is-too-often-ignored-48013
Research fields
- 520403 Learning, motivation and emotion
- 441004 Social change
- 390305 Professional education and training
- 390407 Inclusive education
UN sustainable development goals
- 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- 3 Good Health and Well Being
- 4 Quality Education
- 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
Academic positions
- Lecturer
- RMIT
- College of Design and Social Context
- Melbourne, Australia
- 1 May 2023 – Present
- Lecturer
- Victoria University
- College of Arts and Education
- Melbourne, Australia
- 1 Jan 2018 – 30 Apr 2023
Non-academic positions
- Leading Teacher/VCAL Coordinator (trauma-informed practice)
- River Nile Learning Centre
- Melbourne, Australia
- 1 Jan 2011 – 31 Dec 2013
- Teacher
- Ras Al Khaimah English Speaking School
- Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
- 1 Jul 2009 – 30 Jun 2011
- Education Coordinator and Counsellor
- i-GAIN Quality Learning
- Morwell, Australia
- 1 Jan 2005 – 30 Jun 2009
- Teacher
- Gippsland Grammar
- Sale, Australia
- 1 Jan 2000 – 31 Dec 2004
Teaching interests
Throughout her higher education teaching career, Jean has taught over 1000 students in 18 different units across education and human service degrees, for example:
- Making the Conditions for Learning: Ethical and Reflexive Practice
- Communication and Social Action
- Critical Contexts in Disability
- Holistic Practice with Young People
- Working with Young People with Complex Issues
She currently co-coordinates HUSO2164 Self, Identity and Agency within the Bachelor of Social Work and HUSO2391 Society and Psychology Capstone within the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology).
Jean is also the program manager of the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology).
Research Supervision
Primary Supervisor: Ms Lisa Walker (2018–2020) ‘An educator’s experience of teaching students with behaviours of concern: a framework of practice’ (Victoria University, MaEd Minor Thesis)
Associate Supervisor (Lead Supervisor Dr Gwen Gilmore): Ms Rebecca Marland (2017–2023) ‘Dyslexia in government primary and secondary schools in Victoria, Australia: A critical comparative study of England to inform new thinking on inclusive policy practice’ (Victoria University, PhD)
Associate Supervisor (Lead Supervisor Associate Professor Fiona MacDonald): Ms Carroll Byrne (2020–2022 ) ‘Chaos versus havoc: Project based learning and contemplative education creating the perfect storm for learning’ (Victoria University, PhD Integrated Minor Thesis)
Associate Supervisor (Lead Supervisor Dr Natalie Kon-Yu): Ms Preeti Maharaj (2022–2023 ) ‘Teachers Who Transgress: The Intersectional Experiences of BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ Teachers in Victorian Government Secondary Schools’ (Victoria University, PhD Integrated Minor Thesis)
Research interests
Jean is interested in continuing research that “taps into emotion”. Emotion and thought are intertwined and by using a previously established reflexive framework, she hopes to explore human service practice settings, including the experiences of students developing their professional identities.
