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Gregor joined the University in 1995 after 16 years teaching mathematics and computing in secondary schools in the Auckland area.
Current involvements include:
- Member of Psychology of Mathematics Education Association
- Member of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia
- Member of the Auckland Mathematical Association
- Treasurer of the Mathematical Association Trust
Publications/Presentations:
Hughes, P., & Lomas, G. (2005). A model for teacher self-directed improvement in the teaching of mathematics. Paper presented at the International Conference on: Redesigning pedagogy: Research, policy and practice conference held at the Centre for Research in Pedagogy and Practice, National Education Institute, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore May 30 - June 1.
Lomas, G. (May, 2005). How our students see our classroom practice. Paper presented at Research Seminar Series, Faculty of Education, University of Auckland.
Lomas, G. (2005). How primary pre-service teachers perceive mathematics educators’ practice: A case study. In P. Clarkson, A. Downton, M. Horne, A. Donough, R. Pierce, & A. Roche (Eds.), Building Connections: Theory, Research and Practice, The 28th annual conference of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia, Melbourne, 7-9 July.
Babbington, S., & Lomas, G. (July, 2004). Enhancing mathematical content and pedagogy in New Zealand early childhood settings. Paper presented at the 10th International Congress on Mathematical Education, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Professional Interests:
The nature of effective professional development and impact of affective factors in teaching and learning across all sectors.
Investigating (and improving) lecturer/teacher effectiveness in conveying ‘messages’, professional and institutional, in a coherent and consistent manner to students.
The Numeracy Development Projects and long term sustainability in particular.
