Barbara Ann Hofmann

Dr. Barbara Ann Hofmann is a Professor in the School of Education at Trinity Western University (TWU), specializing in science and mathematics education with a focus on inquiry and project-based learning. She holds a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Alberta (1997) and has 15 years of teaching experience across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Her expertise includes proactive problem-solving in education and geotechnical design solutions.

Education:

• Bachelor of Education (BEd), Middle Years - University of British Columbia (2004)
• PhD, Geotechnical Engineering - University of Alberta (1997)
• MSc (Distinction), Civil Engineering - University of Alberta (1989)
• BSc (Distinction), Civil Engineering - University of Alberta (1985)

Research Interests:
Dr. Hofmann’s research bridges geotechnical engineering and education. Her doctoral work focused on in-situ ground freezing techniques to obtain undisturbed soil samples for liquefaction assessment during earthquakes. She advocates for innovative teaching methods like project-based learning to engage students in STEM fields.

Awards:

• Andrew Stewart Graduate Prize for PhD Students
• Province of Alberta Graduate Fellowship and Scholarship
• Alexander Rutherford Scholarship

Teaching and Affiliations:
Dr. Hofmann teaches courses such as EDUC 456B (Curriculum and Pedagogy: K-07 Mathematics), EDUC 458B (Curriculum and Pedagogy: K-8 Science), and EDUC 472 (Curriculum and Pedagogy: An Introduction to Teaching the Natural and Mathematical Sciences Grades 8-12). She is a member of the British Columbia Teachers Federation.