It’s no secret that I love science. I wouldn’t have the job I have or love it as much as I do if I didn’t. But I took my teacher licensure tests more than 20 years, and they were in Agricultural Science. When the opportunity to both serve and learn by being on an ETS National Advisory Committee (NAC) emerged, I had to take advantage of it.
Who or what is a scientist?
Today, my preservice teachers had to breakthrough their preconceived notions of “what is a scientist.” I showed them Crystal Dilworth’s TED talk on the myth of the stereotypical scientist. We looked at The (UK) Science[…]
Project Management for Academics
It started with a Facebook post from Shit Academics Say. There’s so much truth in Dr. Kelly’s words, namely that few graduate programs formally address project management in their curriculum. When my faculty in the[…]
From lily pads to mouse pads: The legacy of James Burnham Bossidy
As I sit in traffic, waiting for the light to change, the numbness of the day washes over me and I begin to cry, again. The standard questions of grief come and go, passing by[…]
A Lesson in Life, Love, & Humility
The past nine months have brought about a great change in my life, and I’d like to think a great lesson in life, love, and humility. To share my story, though, I must rewind the[…]
Wyoming House Bill 233 (2017)
As an assistant professor of instructional technology at the University of Wyoming, Wyoming House Bill 233 directly impacts me and my students. I am an educator of current and future educators. My responsibilities are 65% teaching,[…]
Research Help Requested from PK8 Teachers, Parents, Admin, & Staff
Researchers from the University of Wyoming are requesting your participation in a study that deals with cloud/web-based technology use with children under the age of 13. As part of the study, the researchers have developed[…]
Google for Education Certified Innovators
Google for Education announced yesterday that the former Google Certified Teacher program is now called Google for Education Certified Innovators. With this name change comes a complete overhaul of the training and certifications available to educators. Perhaps[…]
National Maker Faire
Life is full of firsts. We celebrate when children speak their first words and take their first steps. The first day of school, regardless of grade level is always a big day. The first time you drive[…]