Val
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Milan, Indiana, United States
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I am currently in my 25th year of teaching. I currently teach college general biology and anatomy and physiology. In the past, I have taught Honors and Regular Biology, Advanced Placement Biology, International Baccalaureate Biology, Project Lead the Way - Principles of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems, Science Fundamentals, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated Chem/Phys, Earth and Space Science, Environmental Science, and 7th and 8th grade science. Whoa!
My labs and activities have stood the test of time and just over 1000 students. I continually update my lessons to improve every lab, activity, and/or worksheet that I use in my classroom.
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Types of Energy Review Game II
I designed this types of energy review game for an elementary science class - specifically for my 4th grade daughter's science test. The game is a PowerPoint, Jeopardy-style format. Questions cover types of energy, stored energy and energy of motion, wind energy, light energy, electrical energy, and heat energy. Question types include definitions, examples and uses. Additional note: Types of Energy Review Game II goes well with Types of Energy Review Game I; however, there are several repeat q
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
Data Tables and Graphing
Lab skills - Data Analysis
Data analysis is the process of interpreting the meaning of the data we have collected, organized, and displayed in the form of a table, bar chart, line graph, or other representation. The process involves looking for patterns—similarities, disparities, trends, and other relationships—and thinking about what these patterns might mean.
When analyzing data, ask students questions such as:
What pattern do you see?
What does this graph tell you?
Who could use this data? Ho
6th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
Diffusion Demonstration with Methylene Blue
Simple demonstration to introduce diffusion and osmosis! Could also be used a mini-lab for students to complete on their own or in small groups.
Question
What is diffusion?
Materials
1-100mL beaker
Distilled water
Methylene blue
Stopwatch
Prelab Questions
1. What does “state of equilibrium” mean?
2. What is the process of diffusion?
Hypothesis
What do you think will occur, based on what you know about diffusion?
5th - 10th
Basic Principles, Biology
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Experience
I am currently in my 25th year of teaching. I currently teach college general biology and anatomy and physiology. In the past, I have taught Honors and Regular Biology, Advanced Placement Biology, International Baccalaureate Biology, Project Lead the Way - Principles of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems, Science Fundamentals, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated Chem/Phys, Earth and Space Science, Environmental Science, and 7th and 8th grade science. Whoa!
My labs and activities have stood the test of time and just over 1000 students. I continually update my lessons to improve every lab, activity, and/or worksheet that I use in my classroom.
Teaching style
Differentiated Instruction including: Powerpoint, laboratories, group work, individual work, and projects.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Lawrenceburg High School Teacher of the Year (voted by the student body) from 2006-2012.
My own education history
Undergraduate: Thomas More College, Crestview Hills, KY
Secondary Education/Biology - December 2001
Graduate: Indiana Wesleyan University, Education - August 2006
Additional biographical information
Married, two daughters in college
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