Author Spotlight: Julia Burton
Get to know author and science teaching expert, Julia Burton, who answered a few of our questions about teaching science AND literacy.
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Julia Burton is a highly qualified educator with a strong academic background. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in chemistry and a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English, both obtained from Otago University in New Zealand. Julia further pursued her passion for teaching by completing a Postgraduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) at Teachers’ College, Victoria University.
Her expertise lies in teaching science and chemistry, and she has applied her knowledge and skills in these subjects at Upper Hutt College. Currently, Julia has taken a break from her teaching career to focus on caring for her children.
With her solid educational foundation and experience in the classroom, Julia brings a wealth of knowledge and a dedication to providing quality education. Her commitment to nurturing young minds through engaging and effective teaching methods is evident in her past role as a science and chemistry teacher.
Why every child needs to learn science at school
Learning science in school is a great way to develop students’ critical and creative thinking skills while engaging them in activities.