Laura Stokes

Laura Stokes, Ph.D has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and organizations. Currently, they serve as the Evaluation Lead at the NSW Department of Education, where they lead and manages a team responsible for evaluating the state-wide professional learning program. Laura also analyzes and reports on data using various tools and prepares evidence-based evaluation reports.

Prior to their current role, Laura worked as an Evaluation Analyst at the NSW Department of Education, where they designed survey instruments and analyzed data for the evaluation of teacher professional learning. Laura also worked as a Data and Research Officer at the Early Childhood Education Directorate, where they evaluated grant applications, designed program evaluations, and developed surveys and discussion guides.

In terms of their academic experience, Laura worked as an Undergraduate Psychology Academic Advisor and Graduate Instructor at George Mason University. Laura also served as a Graduate Research Assistant, where they planned and implemented research projects, collected and managed data, and conducted data analysis using quantitative methods.

Additionally, Laura has held positions at organizations such as Tulane University, NAVIGATE PTY LTD, Fund 17, Tulane University Athletics Communications, Gimmemo Productions, Can Too, Vision Eye Institute, and Roseville College, where they gained experience in areas such as scientific research, marketing, administration, and coaching.

Overall, Laura Stokes, Ph.D has a diverse background in evaluation, research, teaching, and administration, with expertise in data analysis, program evaluation, and research project management.

Laura Stokes, Ph.D, has an extensive education history. Laura began their academic journey in 2004 at Roseville College, where they pursued their early education. In 2010, Laura attended Macquarie University, studying Business Administration and Psychology.

Later that year, Laura enrolled in Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business, where they completed their Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Psychology. Laura continued their academic pursuits at George Mason University, earning a Master's Degree in Applied Developmental Psychology from 2015 to 2017.

Laura's dedication to education continued, and they pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied Developmental Psychology at George Mason University from 2017 to 2020. During this time, they gained specialized knowledge in their field of study.

In 2020, Laura attended TAFE NSW and completed a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. This certification further enhanced their skills and expertise.

Alongside their formal education, Laura also obtained various certifications. Notably, they completed the Power BI Essential Training as well as the Power BI: Dashboards for Beginners courses through LinkedIn. Additionally, they underwent training on Working With Children Check from the Office of the Children's Guardian, Online Teaching Strategies from Wiley Education Services, Mental Health First Aid from Mental Health First Aid USA, Security Awareness Training, Title IX Overview and Sexual Harassment Prevention, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Training through George Mason University.

Laura's educational journey and continuous pursuit of professional development demonstrate their commitment to acquiring knowledge and staying up-to-date in their field.