Assistant Professor of Physics

Interim Chair

Degrees:

• BA Secondary Education Math 5-9 and General Science 5-12, West Liberty University, 1998
• MA Secondary Education: Math and Science, West Virginia University, 2004

*Currently Ed. D. Curriculum and Instruction: Science, West Virginia University

Courses:

• Phys 110 – Elementary Physics I Lab
• Phys 111 – Elementary Physics II Lab
• Phys 140 – Physical Sciences I for Elementary Teachers
• Phys 190 – Physical World
• Phys 315 – Trends and Issues in Science Education
• Phys 340 – Physical Sciences II for Elementary and 5-9 Teachers
• Phys 345 – Earth and Space Science
• Phys 360 – Physical Geology (Lecture and Lab)
• Phys 370 – Elementary Astronomy (Lecture and Lab)

Current Research Projects:

• Science Education topics

Interests and Hobbies:

• Memberships in WVSTA and NSTA
• Math and Science Integration
• Education via. Inquiry
• Education via. Thematic lessons
• School Curriculum development
• Professional Development of science and math teachers
• Wildlife management (Trout and Whitetail Deer)
• Sports Science