Kerin McDonald
Academic Staff Member
Contact info
What do you enjoy most about being a tutor?
I really enjoy interacting with students and finding exciting new ways to facilitate learning. Each cohort is different and bring a new energy and areas of interest. I also enjoy seeing students gain new knowledge and develop throughout their time within our centre.
What are your hobbies and interests?
I am currently playing Ultimate Frisbee competitively and hoping to make a New Zealand team in 2020. It is a great sport that tests both your physical and tactical abilities. I also enjoy getting outdoors with my family and friends walking and biking on the many tracks around our region.
Can you tell me a little bit about your teaching philosophy?
My aim it to focus on sessions that are enjoyable and engaging. I also believe in the need for students to be invested and motivated in their own learning and development. I use a lot of questioning and discussion, and aim to facilitate learning rather than just dispense information.
Industry Experience, Affiliations and Achievements
- Six years at Sport Waikato (Secondary School Event Coordinator, KiwiSport Coordinator, Waipa District Coordinator)
- Top first and second year student 2012, 2013, top undergrad research student (2015)
- In 2010 I spent a northern hemisphere season training and competing in running in Europe.
- Worked alongside Cycling NZ in 2015 to undertake research with their development sprint cyclists.
- I was an instructor and duty manager at Outward Bound New Zealand for three years and was fortunate to work with a wide variety of groups. This included supporting the development of NZ U23 rowers.
- In 2006 I helped to design, establish and deliver a leadership programme in the United States for students aged 15-18 years of age.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science