Maggie Williams
Professor
Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences
The University of Liverpool
United Kingdom
Biography
I am a geologist with an interest in sedimentary rocks and a keen interest in learning and teaching. My close association with the University of Liverpool has developed over the last 22 years and stems from 1995 when I began part-time study for my Ph.D. at the University of Liverpool. In 2003 I became a University Recognised Teacher and Honorary Member of Staff. I was appointed Honorary Visiting Senior Fellow in the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of Liverpool in 2015. Before joining the University I taught Geology and Geography in secondary schools and sixth form colleges in the Merseyside area. I have a strong association with the Earth Science Teachers’ Association (a national teaching organization based in the U.K.) and have served in this association as Treasurer, Newsletter Editor, Assistant Magazine Editor, Chair and Special Projects Manager.
Research Interest
Academic research into hiatal surfaces and their significance in assesing the degree of stratigraphic condensation. Pedagogic research into the development of problem-solving activities and other activities to enhance students' understanding of 3-dimensional spatial relationships.
Publications
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Williams, M. E. (2016). Blasts from the Past 8: The Determination of the Mode of Life of Trilobites. Teaching Earth Sciences, 41(2), 52-55.
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Williams, M., & Williams, T. (2016). Blasts from the past: 7. A Cambrian detective story. Teaching Earth Sciences, 41(2), 57-59.
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Williams, M. E. (2016). Williams, M. and Williams, T.J.P. (2016) Fieldwork Skills Project. Joint Project (ESTA and University of Liverpool) funded by the Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain (PESGB). Published online: http://www.esta-uk.net/fieldworkskills/ [Computer Software].
