Kathleen Rankin is a graduate of Queen's University Belfast where she completed her PhD on the In-Service Education of Teachers with particular reference to science. For many years she was involved with the organisation of both Chemistry and Biology courses for teachers at Queen's University Teachers' Centre. In addition, she is a graduate of Trinity College, University of Dublin, where she obtained an M.Litt. in Education. Dr Rankin is the daugher of the late Herbert R. Lilley, a well know linen designer, and since retirement as a lecturer in Lisburn Institute, she has been involved with Livi...