Unlock the HOW of self-regulated learning and metacognition
When students understand how they learn, they build the skills to thrive long after the lesson ends.
Highlights & Impact
EDUCATE TO SELF-REGULATE | SILVER NONFICTION BOOK AWARD
I'm honoured to share that Educate to Self-Regulate has been awarded the Silver Nonfiction Book Award by the Nonfiction Authors Association — recognised through an independent review process for its clarity, usefulness, and ability to translate Self-Regulated Learning into meaningful classroom practice.
What stood out in the review was not just the depth of the content, but how directly it directs teachers toward application — with chapter summaries, Take Action steps, and guidance that any educator can put to work in their context.
To everyone who has been reading it, sharing it, and putting it into practice in their schools — that's where the real power lies.
2026 THOUGHT LEADERS SERIES | DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION QUEENSLAND
In a world where student agency, motivation, and persistence are increasingly under pressure, Self-Regulated Learning is no longer a pedagogical nicety — it is a necessity. The question for educators is not whether to teach students how to learn, but how to build the systems, language, and practice to make it stick.
I'm proud to be collaborating with Dr Amy Berry and the Department of Education Queensland as part of the 2026 Thought Leaders Series — supporting Queensland State Schools and system leaders to strengthen student engagement and Self-Regulated Learning. Together, we are equipping educators with the clarity, tools, and shared language needed to intentionally develop student agency, and helping schools move from research to classroom reality in ways that are practical and sustainable.
ACEL ACT EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD 2025
I’m honoured to receive an ACEL ACT Excellence in Educational Leadership Award 2025, recognising the impact of my work to progress students’ self-regulated learning (SRL). This award acknowledges my work as a significant contribution to the professional learning of others. My mission is to help educators foster students’ SRL and metacognition, ensuring that our young people have the ‘how to learn’ capabilities necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving social and work landscape.
The Awards ceremony will be held on the 15th October 2025.
CONTRIBUTING TO NEW EARLI VOLUME ON SELF-REGULATED LEARNING
I’m co-authoring a chapter in the forthcoming EARLI volume Empowering Teachers for Tomorrow’s Classrooms: Professional Competencies and the Promotion of Self-Regulated Learning. Together with Professor Deborah Pino-Pasternak, Dr. Samuel Fowler, and Dr. Rosalyn Muir, we explore the challenges educators face when implementing self-regulated learning (SRL), drawing on insights from research, policy, and classroom practice.
We’re honoured to contribute to this global publication, strengthening teacher professional competencies to foster SRL in today’s and tomorrow’s classrooms.
Services
KEYNOTES & workshopS
Presentations and workshops are offered as a method of diffusion to a wider audience and/or as a method to support project-based learning. Small-group workshops are also available, providing hands-on, practical strategies tailored to educators' needs. Whether speaking to a large crowd or working closely with teams, each session is designed to be engaging, evidence-informed, and focused on real impact in the classroom.
SYSTEMS & school PARTNERSHIPS
The School Partnership Program is a hands-on, collaborative experience that supports educators in deepening their understanding of Self-Regulated Learning and applying evidence-informed strategies in their classrooms. As a consultant and critical friend, I work alongside schools to co-create practical solutions that strengthen culture, leadership, teaching and learning, leading to meaningful, lasting change.
PROJECT SRL
Project SRL is a dynamic space for collective learning where educators come together to inspire, challenge, and problem-solve towards the shared mission of helping our young people to become better self-regulated learners. It’s a community of schools/educators, a space where innovative ideas are nurtured, and a platform for diverse perspectives and knowledge exchange. Project SRL is available for school teams and partners.
Watch Shyam’s recent TEDx Talk about the importance of becoming self-regulated learners
What people say about Shyam
“[Shyam] is a natural educator. Shyam worked with us in a volunteer capacity, creating educational programs for local teachers. I was impressed with Shyam’s ability to observe and propose changes that are culturally appropriate and very much needed. He has the perfect combination of kindness, positive attitude, and an incredible confidence to propose challenging ways of seeing education from new and modern perspectives.”
“As an educator, a friend, a colleague, a mentor, or a coach, [Shyam’s] approach is always professional, measured, calm and positive. He engages his audience with curiosity and gusto. His love for lifelong learning is contagious and his breadth of knowledge is exceptional. He communicates with compelling courage, has a great sense of social acuity and is deeply attentive to the purpose or situation”
“Having Shyam as my coach has honestly changed my life. In the short time we have been working together he has been able to help me achieve what I’ve wanted and I’m excited to see what happens going forward. Shyam’s been there to inspire me. From the first time we sat down [together], I walked away with a spring in my step. I could write forever about how inspiring he is but it’s something you really need to experience for yourself.”
“Helping people become better learners ”