Senior Lecturer in Education
College of Education, Psychology and Social Work
Timna is a teaching specialist (Science) in Early Childhood Education at Flinders University across Initial Teacher Education degrees in both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Before working at Flinders University, Timna was an animal scientist (zoology), an educational designer, and a science/STEM teacher.
Timna has a PhD and an interest in STEM learning and conservation education. Her current scholarship of teaching research focuses on exploring the role of situated learning (at the zoo) and professional learning experiences for pre-service teachers. She has a special interest in supporting teachers to use digital technologies effectively and creatively.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master of Education (Early Childhood Teaching)
Master of Education (Educational Research)
Master of Captive Vertebrate Management
Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) - Science and Agriculture
Bachelor of Applied Science (Equine)
Flinders University Teaching Excellence 2021 (College of Education, Psychology and Social Work).
Vice-Chancellors Innovative for Teaching Commendation 2023
Advance HE Fellowship 2024
Developing and teaching the science specialisation for Early and Primary Years (curriculum specialisations)
Course Coordination - Primary Education
Focus areas: Science and Technologies (Technology, Design and Engineering)
Interest in: Conservation education. Nature-based learning. STEM education for early years. Robotics for children.
Australasian Science Education Research Association (ASERA) member