Personal Introduction of Larry D. Burton: Family, Interests, Education, and Experience
Meet Larry D. Burton, a dedicated educator and family man from Arkansas. He is happily married to Pam, and they have two children: Danielle, 17, and Jeremy, 15. A passionate distance runner, Larry has completed several marathons, including the renowned Chicago Marathon in 2002. Holding a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from Andrews University, he has over 25 years of experience as a professor and administrator, along with previous teaching roles. His research interests focus on online adventure programs and the integration of faith and learning in education.
Personal Introduction of Larry D. Burton: Family, Interests, Education, and Experience
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Larry D. Burton A Personal Introduction
Family Data • One wife (Pam) • One daughter (Danielle, 17) • One son (Jeremy, 15) • Born & raised in Arkansas • Both parents still alive • Two sisters • One brother
Interests • Distance Running • Chicago Marathon – October 2002 • Quad Cities Marathon – September 2003 • Madison Marathon – May 2004?? • Travel • Recreational reading
Education • PhD, Curriculum & Instruction • Andrews University, 1995 • MEd, Elementary Education/English Education • Southwestern Adventist University,1992 • BSEE, Elementary Education • Science & English • Andrews University, 1982
Work Experience • Professor/Administrator at Andrews University, 1995-present • Elementary school teacher (multigrade classrooms), 1982-1995
Intel-ebration Expeditions • Kenya, 1996-97 • Peru, 1997-98 • Ecuador, 1998-99 • At the right you see me in the Galapagos Islands • Trail of Tears (USA), 2000-2001 • http://inex.andrews.edu/
Additional research interests • Online adventure programs • The Integration of Faith & Learning (IFL) • Mathematics education • Program evaluations