“You are doing wonderful work that is insightful and transformative… You are a wellspring of creativity.”
– Peter Ellerton, University of Queensland Critical Thinking Project QLD

“I have rarely come across a more gifted educator… Michelle’s original, creative and detailed lessons were targeted precisely at specific age groups to pique their interest and inspire dialogue, questions, debate and critical thinking. Activities were carefully structured to ensure all could participate; students were encouraged to listen critically but with an open mind. They were challenged and inspired to question and extend their thinking and ideas, to provide evidence for those ideas, and to debate and argue in a positive and constructive way.  The quality of her lesson planning (and the resources she so generously shared with the staff) was exceptional, both in terms of content and visual appeal. Michelle is adaptable and flexible, capable of thinking on her feet… Michelle’s classroom practice is exemplary… Michelle is a highly motivated, hard-working, and independent professional, with excellent communication skills and the proven ability to work effectively on her own initiative as well as collaboratively.”
– Former Director of Curriculum, Eltham College VIC

“Your deep philosophical knowledge, coupled with your wonderful facilitation skills, meant our teachers and students really got to see what is possible.”
– Lynne Hinton, Philosophical Inquiry Teacher Coach, Hillbrook Anglican School QLD

“It was enlightening and thought-provoking. I learned that…even if you don’t have the same opinion, you can still talk about it without getting into an [adversarial] argument. We were able to openly discuss our opinions on very relevant matters for us as a group, and for the current world we live in. We were able to talk a lot and develop our thoughts along the way while respecting the ideas of others.”
– Senior high school student, Albert Park College VIC

“The experience was a resounding success!  The student feedback … affirmed the students’ high degree of interest and perception of its relevance in their lives as interested and active citizens… The students engaged in open, democratic inquiry where they explored the strengths and weaknesses of different arguments in a safe and respectful environment..”
– Rebekah Keenan-Mount, Lead Teacher – Liberal Arts, Northcote High School VIC

“Since meeting Michelle [in 2010], I have been very impressed by her ideas, her professionalism, her drive and commitment, but most importantly, by the wonderful program she has designed.”
– Greg Restall, Former Deputy Head of Philosophy, University of Melbourne VIC