Maria Burke
Maria has worked as a freelance science and business journalist for twenty years, writing for a wide range of publications including Chemistry World, New Scientist and The Times. Before going freelance, Maria was editor of Chemistry & Industry magazine, a publication of the Society of Chemical Industry. She has a degree in chemistry from the University of Bristol.
FeatureIs an apprenticeship the right route for your students?
Hands-on learning, or a more traditional route? Take a look at what’s out there for learners
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How to use stay interviews to retain and motivate teachers
Ask teachers the right questions at the right time to ensure they stay – and flourish
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The fast guide to microscale practical work
Every chemistry teacher’s must-have guide to this no-fuss method for practical work
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The essential elements of a quality science education
Discover the key aspects of science teaching to ensure students are scientifically literate
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Help students transition from primary to secondary
It’s tough growing into a new identity as a secondary school student. Here’s how teachers can help ease the transformation
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The challenges of multi-course chemistry teaching
Teaching more than one course in a single class is commonplace for many teachers in Scotland and multi-course teaching of chemistry can be particularly complex
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The fast guide to enquiry-based learning
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about EBL and how to incorporate it into your chemistry lessons
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TIMSS 2019: How are students doing in science?
Why has attainment decreased in England but stayed the same in Ireland – and what can educators learn from it?
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The fast guide to blended learning
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about teaching science with this approach
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The hidden benefits of subject knowledge enhancement courses
Designed to boost teacher numbers, how do they benefit the teachers themselves?
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Mind the attainment gap
Can an American programme improve BAME students’ achievement in higher education in the UK?
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Deployment, development and pay crucial for science teacher retention
Exploring the principles set to increase the quantity and quality of science teachers
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How preterm birth can affect learning
Children born prematurely may need different types of support when developing key skills in maths and science
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The problems with predicted grades
Why support for overhauling admissions systems is mounting
