Experience Summary
I am currently teaching the Marine Biology Field Studies and Lab course (OCB 4043L) at Florida Atlantic University. I take my students into the field on snorkeling trips to teach them field sampling techniques, and then how to analyze samples back at the lab.
In the past, I have been a Teaching Assistant for Life Science Lab at FAU; a first mate on a snorkel boat in the FL keys; and a science instructor at the Newfound Harbor Marine Institute in Big Pine Key, FL.
Teaching Style
I believe that the learning process in the sciences requires a combination of individual study time, instructor guidance, hands-on experiences, and reflection time. I try to incorporate models and activities/games into my lesson plans as much as possible to help my students make connections with concrete examples that they won't forget.
My Hobbies
Scuba Diving, free diving, spearfishing, hiking, kayaking, camping
Other Comments
While my specialty is in marine biology, I am happy to help with introductory and general biology and life science material as well.