Education research and public engagement (Stewart Riddle)

Why should academics engage with the public? Dr. Stewart Riddle (USQ) is committed to being part of the public debate about education in Australia. In this interview, Stewart talks about his experiences of quickly developing a public profile, and what can be done to support academics who find themselves dragged into media controversy. We also discuss how Stewart’s time in a touring rock band gives him a healthy perspective on the pressure to be a ‘successful’ academic.