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Bahama, North Carolina, United States
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I am a retired mechanical engineer who, upon retirement, became a middle and high school math and science teacher via the lateral entry process in NC. I have taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade math and science and 9-12 grade math (Math 1, 2 and 3, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry and Precalculus) over the last 15 years.
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Parabolic Roller Coaster Project
The purpose of this project is to give your students a good understanding of the math and science behind real-world roller coasters. It will also provide them with a hands-on activity that is fun and interesting and gets them out of their seats. The project requires the students to have previously been taught the basics associated with quadratic functions (parabolas) in their math class as well as kinetic and potential energy in their science class. It cross connects math with science so it b
8th - 10th
Algebra, Earth Sciences, Physical Science
CCSS
HSF-LE.A.1
Dimensional or Unit Analysis Summary
I use this MS PowerPoint presentation in my 8th grade Pre-Algebra and 9th grade Math I classes as part of our initial review of various basic math topics. It can also be used in science classes as proper unit conversion is a must for science. It utilizes a detailed, step-by-step process to convert and solve various dimensional or unit analysis problems. The presentation includes the detailed solution of 4 example dimensional / unit analysis problems. It is a totally animated ppt file and is
8th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations, General Science
CCSS
8.NS.A.1
, HSA-REI.A.1
Biology Cell Cycle/Mitosis Wood Circle Project
This MS Word document specifies the details of a project that involves the design and construction of six (6) wood circles that cover the basic phases of the cell cycle and mitosis. The following cycle and phases are covered: Overall Cell CycleProphaseMetaphaseAnaphaseTelophaseCytokinesisThe students use thin, sanded 4" wood circles to first sketch the phase details in pencil and then use color markers to draw over the preliminary design to finalize the details. I furnished the wood circles fo
9th - 11th
Biology, General Science, Science
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Math 2/Alg. 2 Rain Barrel Project No. 3 - Literal Eqn/Unit Analy/Pressure Calc.
The video and accompanying hard-copy document describe a real-world Math 2 / Algebra 2 project that is both educational and fun. It is a break from the boredom of math spreadsheets!! Yay!! This third project involves various calculations related to the pressure of the backup water supply system for my farm in the mountains of North Carolina. The backup water system originates with the rain water collection system (rain barrels) installed at the top of the property and ends at the main flower
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Measurement, Physical Science
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About the store
Experience
I am a retired mechanical engineer who, upon retirement, became a middle and high school math and science teacher via the lateral entry process in NC. I have taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade math and science and 9-12 grade math (Math 1, 2 and 3, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry and Precalculus) over the last 15 years.
Teaching style
I typically use a 4-prong approach to teaching math and science in my classroom: 1) 8 to 10 minute presentation (usually a ppt) to introduce and provide some basic instruction for a new math topic, 2) a guided notes paper with lots of blanks to be jointly completed by my students and me, 3) online or hard copy practice worksheets to reinforce the current concepts and confirm understanding and 4) multiple, relevant, hands-on projects to connect the various math and science subjects to the real world. I am a strong proponent of Project Based Learning (PBL) using STEM projects and lessons.
I use my Smartboard and document camera daily during class.
Note: I use all of the MS PPT products that I have listed on TpT website in my own classrooms.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Registered Professional Engineer in North Carolina
Teacher of the Year Finalist 2017 - Alamance Burlington School System (North Carolina)
My own education history
BS in Mechanical Engineering from N.C. State University and
MS in Business Administration (MBA) from Duke University
Additional biographical information
Lived and worked overseas 6-1/2 years designing and constructing various energy facilities/plants.
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