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Bobbie Hunter
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Hunter in 2020
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| Alma mater | Massey University |
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| Fields | Mathematics education, culturally responsive teaching |
| Institutions | Massey University |
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Roberta Kathleen Hunter is an important professor from New Zealand. She is an expert in mathematics education. This means she helps teachers learn how to teach math in the best ways. Professor Hunter is from the Cook Islands Māori people. She teaches at Massey University.
About Professor Bobbie Hunter
Her Journey in Education
Professor Hunter studied at Massey University. She earned her first advanced degree in 2002. This degree focused on how students learn about decimals. In 2007, she earned her PhD. Her PhD research looked at how teachers can create groups where students explore math ideas together.
After finishing her studies, Professor Hunter joined the staff at Massey University. She worked hard and became a full professor in 2019.
Special Recognition
In 2020, Professor Hunter received a special award. It was called the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. This award is given to people who have done great things for New Zealand. She received it for her important work in mathematics education.
