Discovery Education- Online Textbook
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Welcome to Earth & Space Science!!!
Earth and Space Science (ESS) explores the interconnections between the land, ocean, atmosphere, and life of our planet. These include the cycles of water, carbon, rock, and other materials that continuously shape, influence, and sustain Earth and its inhabitants.
ESS also explores the cyclical interactions between the Earth system and the Sun and Moon.
About me
I am a 2000 graduate of WVU with a Bachelor of Science in Animal & Veterinary Science (Pre-Veterinarian). While at WVU I was a researcher dedicated to lowering the cost of farm feed for local farmers. I also worked at Laurel Caverns where I taught students from age 5-18 subjects such as Geology, Ecology, and Forestry. It was during this time that I decided not to pursue a career as a Veterinarian but to work in the field of research, as well as teach in the classroom. Sometimes a different calling finds us when we least expect it.
In 2010, I applied to FSU to complete my teaching license in General Science, Physical Science, and Biology and was accepted. Additionally I continued my farm research in the field of honeybees through FSU. My honeybee research includes producing queen bees locally which are resistant to mites, such as Varroa and Tracheal. Mites over the last thirty years have made raising honeybees a bit difficult and an expensive task, discouraging many farmers. Over two summers (2011, 2012) I introduced good genetics into the Marion County area. I also acted as a community resource speaking to different age groups from preschool to high school about my research and honeybees in general. At East Fairmont High School, I am the advisor for the Honey Beekeeping Club and we just received permission to have honey bee hives at the school!
After I obtained my teaching license in 2012, I accepted an internship at the NASA IV&V Educator Resource Center (ERC) where I taught Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM) concepts to students from 5th-12th grade. It was a great trade! I had my own classroom teaching engineering, physics, and Earth & space science concepts, while FSU and NASA paid for my Masters in Education. After I obtained my M.Ed., I took a position at the NASA ERC full time where I continued to teach STEM to secondary students, train educator across WV on technology and how to use it in the classroom, and I took on other roles and partnerships in robotics education across WV.
In October of 2017, I decided to switch roles and take on a more traditional teaching role in the science classroom. I look forward to working with your student semester this year. I am hoping to take them on a journey of the Earth, our Solar System, and the Universe unlike any they’ve had before. We will use hands-on labs, technology, and critical thinking skills on our journey.
If you have any questions, you can contact me at: [email protected]
I am a 2000 graduate of WVU with a Bachelor of Science in Animal & Veterinary Science (Pre-Veterinarian). While at WVU I was a researcher dedicated to lowering the cost of farm feed for local farmers. I also worked at Laurel Caverns where I taught students from age 5-18 subjects such as Geology, Ecology, and Forestry. It was during this time that I decided not to pursue a career as a Veterinarian but to work in the field of research, as well as teach in the classroom. Sometimes a different calling finds us when we least expect it.
In 2010, I applied to FSU to complete my teaching license in General Science, Physical Science, and Biology and was accepted. Additionally I continued my farm research in the field of honeybees through FSU. My honeybee research includes producing queen bees locally which are resistant to mites, such as Varroa and Tracheal. Mites over the last thirty years have made raising honeybees a bit difficult and an expensive task, discouraging many farmers. Over two summers (2011, 2012) I introduced good genetics into the Marion County area. I also acted as a community resource speaking to different age groups from preschool to high school about my research and honeybees in general. At East Fairmont High School, I am the advisor for the Honey Beekeeping Club and we just received permission to have honey bee hives at the school!
After I obtained my teaching license in 2012, I accepted an internship at the NASA IV&V Educator Resource Center (ERC) where I taught Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM) concepts to students from 5th-12th grade. It was a great trade! I had my own classroom teaching engineering, physics, and Earth & space science concepts, while FSU and NASA paid for my Masters in Education. After I obtained my M.Ed., I took a position at the NASA ERC full time where I continued to teach STEM to secondary students, train educator across WV on technology and how to use it in the classroom, and I took on other roles and partnerships in robotics education across WV.
In October of 2017, I decided to switch roles and take on a more traditional teaching role in the science classroom. I look forward to working with your student semester this year. I am hoping to take them on a journey of the Earth, our Solar System, and the Universe unlike any they’ve had before. We will use hands-on labs, technology, and critical thinking skills on our journey.
If you have any questions, you can contact me at: [email protected]
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