Science dept. chair & instructor @AHC_news. Lifelong learner. MBE & research-informed. Member of #NeuroNerdSquad. Design. Mentor of HS girls. #CornellAlum
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1 Mar 2023
It may be the last day of #blackhistorymonth but the Ss in chemistry and cancer classes wanted black excellence in STEM to be acknowledged all spring. Check out the Find your Influencers (inspired by @winatsocial) and Periodic Table display in our hallway. #representationmatters
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2 Nov 2022
In his recent article published in @edutopia, @ijkelleher shares 4 studying methods that strengthen the brain’s ability to retrieve information and lists instructions on how you can apply them in your practice to help students become better learners.
➡️edutopia.org/article/teachin…
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21 Jul 2022
We've made it to #CTTLAcademy Day 4! Today is about implementation. Now that we've learned what we've learned, we'll explore how educators can utilize the MBE Roadmap and Placemats to test, develop and apply strategies that work in their schools and classrooms.
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21 Jul 2022
The world is awful. The world is much better. The world can be much better. - Our World in Data ourworldindata.org/much-bett…
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20 Jul 2022
This sketchnoting by @ArtfulAnderson far surpasses mine! This is an absolutely amazing representation of our CTTL sessions!
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19 Jul 2022
What other tips can you add that help reduce extraneous cognitive load?
1. Provide clear instructions and streamline workload
2. Use temporary scaffolds to reduce demands on working memory
3. Design curriculum so that knowledge and skills are built over time
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20 Jul 2022
This red dot is the oldest galaxy we've ever seen!
The latest data from the James Webb Space Telescope has helped astronomers find the galaxy, which dates back to just 300 million years after the big bang newscientist.com/article/232…
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20 Jul 2022
Reflecting on Day 2 of @TheCTTL Academy. SO much to unpack and put to work in #AHCScience. Room for practice & formative assessment is what I'm focusing on this morning. It's going to be essential to our freshmen's success in our new Physics 9 course. #physicsfirst #MBE
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18 Jul 2022
Oh synapse! Today we have @GDunnArt presenting on neuroanatomy and neuroplasticity 🧠
Reimagine the complexities of our minds through art.
Join #CTTLAcademy TODAY starting at 1 PM to hear from Dr. Dunn whose strokes of genius are featured in collections around the world.
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18 Jul 2022
Starting off @TheCTTL's 5th Academy with the most inspiring deep dive thanks to @GDunnArt. This artwork is so gorgeous and thought-provoking. Can't wait to use it in my Neurobio class this fall! #neuronerd #plasticity
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27 Apr 2022
We are excited to bring researchED for the first time to Maryland and hopeful we will have many new attendees. Wondering what to expect if you join us? Find out all about the researchED experience.
researched.org.uk/about/abou…
#rEDUS #researchFRED
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4 Mar 2022
#IfThenSheCan brings unmissable 3D-printed statues of women working in STEM fields to our National Mall, examples to young women and girls of how far their dreams can carry them. These statues make visible the groundbreakers and mentors there to help make dreams into realities.
ALT More than a dozen bright orange statues of women scientists on display in a garden on a sunny day. In background, Smithsonian Castle.
ALT Orange statue of a woman holding books or notepads in the courtyard of a museum building. Behind her, a light-up art installation.
ALT Orange statue of woman with hands on hips. Behind her, another state holding something in hand. In background, Smithsonian Castle.
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15 Mar 2022
A baby puffin is called a puffling.
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20 Sep 2021
Have you heard about this? Scientists in New Zealand and Germany are developing systems to potty-train cows, with the goal of curbing greenhouse gas emissions to combat #climatechange. These bovine-friendly bathrooms have been dubbed "MooLoos." 🐄 washingtonpost.com/world/202…
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20 Sep 2021
That’s a wrap! Thank you @chesapeakebay! We felt honored to be your first in-person field trip after more than 600 days. These LOTAs have learned so much about our treasured estuary and why we need to #savethebay
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29 Jul 2021
"Cognitive scientists always have to have a flow chart" jokes Rich Mayer. Already enjoying this deep dive on multimedia learning! I have fallen in love with design over my career, so I can't wait to hear what is research has found about this topic. #Neuronerdsquad @TheCTTL
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27 Jul 2021
This is such a good reminder of the role of stress--both wanted and unwanted--in our work with Ss... and we have to remember it's different for each student. #FindtheGoldilocksZone #NeuroNerdSquad @TheCTTL
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26 Jul 2021
My big takeaway from day #1 of The Science of Teaching & School Leadership Academy.
"Feedback not acted upon by students is a waste of time."
Don't waste your time or theirs! Set the proper environment, make feedback actionable and give kids (and you!) time to act. #CTTLAcademy
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26 Jul 2021
Couldn’t have said it better myself. @TheCTTL Summer Academy has quickly become one of my favorite benchmarks of a summer well spent #NeuroNerdSquad
It's easy to forget what is so important about @TheCTTL Academy, but its the dialogue and joy at discovery that I'm reminded of every time we jump back in! #NeuroNerdSquad
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