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Dr. Anne Burke is a Professor in Literacy Education and Digital Learning at Memorial University of Newfoundland, serving as Project Lead for the Discovery Play Centre and leading a SSHRC-funded study (2020-2023) on arts-based pedagogy and social justice advocacy. Her research focuses on sociocultural perspectives, children’s rights, digital literacies, and community partnerships with cultural institutions like science museums and art galleries. She has over $1 million in research funding and has published extensively, including 10 books and 50+ peer-reviewed articles.
Dr. Burke’s work emphasizes play-based learning, environmental education through augmented reality, and STEAM integration. She explores how children use digital tools to engage with ecological knowledge and advocate for social justice. Her interdisciplinary research spans global collaborations, including the UArctic’s Arctic issue networks. She actively engages in boards and community initiatives, promoting public education partnerships and teacher development.
Her research addresses pandemic-era challenges in education, teacher well-being, and leveraging children’s voices in curricula. Despite numerous invited talks and recognitions, specific awards are not detailed in the text. She advises no listed students but collaborates globally on projects like environmental curricula and Indigenous reconciliation pedagogies. She is affiliated with the Public Engagement Office at Memorial University and contributes to policy briefs on inclusive education.
