Emily Dutton
Position/Status
Research Assistant
E-mail Address
eeh26@cam.ac.uk
Qualifications
- MEd (University of Cambridge)
- PGCE (University of Cambridge)
- BA (Hons) Natural Sciences with Education (University of Cambridge)
Profile
Emily started as a research assistant at faculty in the summer 2011. Prior to this she taught science for two years at a secondary school in Essex followed by five years working in education roles within the informal learning sector at the Houses of Parliament and then at the Horniman Museum where she is currently employed as Learning and Interpretation Officer. Her research interests are in science education, museum learning, family learning, community engagement, outdoor education and learning outside of the classroom. She is also interested in e-learning and has developed web resources and websites for young people and families.
Research Topics
- Science education
- Teacher education
- Informal learning environments
- Museum learning
- Family learning
- Learning outside of the classroom
- Play-based learning
- Public engagement with science
Current Research Projects
- Pathway to Inquiry Based Science Teaching Project