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.
FeatureHow 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
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Declining university chemistry applications
There are fewer undergraduates studying chemistry. Should we be concerned?
