A set of 4 worksheets with answer keys I use to cover the essentials of the Ideal Mechanical Advantage of several Simple Machines. Using as many graphic cues as I can squeeze in, each worksheet introduces a portion of the concept with the idea that they'll "get" the big picture once they complete and review them all. I make my assignments as entertaining as possible with the mindset that no assignment is any good, if it isn't completed. I also adhere to my rule that, "no worksheet will EVER be l
This is a brief (4 pages) document that explains how to "Tamper-Proof" the PowerPoint files I create.
The techniques aren't unique to my work.
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About the store
Experience
30+ years in classrooms throughout the state of florida
Teaching style
I was educated as a scientist. I fell into teaching when the incompatibility of studying black bears for months on end in the Everglades and a successful marriage hit me.
I (correctly) chose the wife...
So my students "do" stuff instead of listening to me.
When they have to read, I make sure it's something worth reading.
When they have to write, I make sure they know it's worth writing...
When they sit in front of a computer, they're going to be entertained AND educated.
Never did get the hang of "busy work".
Awards & shining teacher moments
Nearly 40 years of teaching a myriad of amazing students!
Everything else is noise.
My own education history
University of Miami: B.Sc, (1984) Biology, w/Chemistry minor
University of South Florida: M.Ed (1987) Science Curriculum and Instruction
National Board Certification (2009)
Additional biographical information
I've taught every grade from 6-12.
I've taught (almost) every science subject the state of Florida offers.
I've taught in Tampa, Miami, Panama City, Pierson, Daytona Beach, and Ormond Beach... 15 schools. I guess I can't hold a job down.
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