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Norman Herr, Ph.D.
NH
Courses
514 - Computers in Instruction
525 - Methods of Teaching Science
554 Seminar Student Teaching in Science - 1
555 Seminar Student Teaching in Science - 2
610S Leadership in Science Education
616 - Computer Supported Collaborative Science - 1
642 Computer Supported Collaborative Learning - I
652- Computer Supported Collaborative Learning-II
656- Computers in Science Teaching
676 Adv. Laboratory Curriculum Development
697 - Directed Comprehensive Studies
699 A-C Independent Study
Physics-II
Geoscience & Physics (215)
Research
Books
Publications
Presentations
2014 California STEM Symposium - San Diego - September 2014
2018 Noyce Regional Conference - Tuscon - Developing & Using Models
AACE E-Learn 2013
AACE Formative Assessment
AAPT Southern California Section
ASTE 2013
ASTE 2014 - Paper Set
ASTE 2014 CSCS & NGSS
ASTE 2015
ASTE-HICE 2020
Computer Supported Collaborative Instruction: SITE, Austin 3/12
CSCS - Nanjing Chinese Scholars
CSCS Open House 2015 - CSCS & NGSS
CSTA-2019-Employing NASA-data to model interactions in earth systems
CSUN Faculty Development - Formative Assessment
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessments; HP-Catalyst - Beijing, April, 2012
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessments; SITE, Austin, 3/12
HICE 2014
HICE 2017
NGSS Chemistry Storylines - Paradigms for Teaching and Learning Chemistry
NGSS Storylines - Paradigms for Teaching and Learning Physics
Online Learning in International Education 2018 New Zealand
Supervision of Student Teachers - Video
Teaching STEM to Diverse Students with Cloud Computing - CA STEM Symposium
Using Collaborative Web-Based Docs to Instantly Collect and Analyze Whole-Class Data; CyTSE, Berkeley, CA; 2/11
Website Development
Western Regional Noyce Conference - Continuous Formative Assessment
WRNC- NGSS Three Course Model
Workshops
555 Tasks
Building a Contact List
Science Conferences & Workshops
Presentations
CSLC-Summer Biology
Bert Corona NGSS Workshop
Inquiry with Gizmos
Computer Science Integration
Grants
PhysTec
California Science Project
cscs
MSTI - Math & Science Teacher Initiative
Research
Articles
CDA
CFA
Grad
Master's Programs
Credential Programs
MSTI - Math & Science Teacher Initiative
Graduate Programs
Professional Development
Professional Journals
Field Trip Sites
Mel Beech
MDECOE - Conceptual Framework
Bert Corona HS - NGSS
Edison
Collaboration
CSET Prep Workshops
Physics CSET
General Science CSET
NGSS
SEP - Science and Engineering Practices
SEP-1 Asking Questions and Defining Problems
SEP-2 Developing and Using Models
Physical models
Statistical Models
Mathematical Models
Conceptual Models
Computational Models
Graphic Models
Flowcharts
Scientific Models
Resources for Developing Models
Models in other fields
SEP-3 Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
SEP-4 Analyzing and Interpreting data
SEP-5 Using mathematics and computational thinking
SEP-6 Constructing explanations & designing solutions
SEP-7 Engaging in Argument from Evidence
SEP-8 Obtaining, Evaluating and Communicating Information
NGSS Objectives - Models
Resources for Developing Models
CCC - Cross-Cutting Concepts
CCC-1 Patterns
CCC-2 Cause and Effect
CCC-3 Scale, Proportion & Quantity
CCC-4 Systems and System Models
CCC-5 Energy & Matter
CCC-6 Structure & Function
CCC-7 Stability & Change
CCC Integration
California Coastline
California Earthquakes
California Wildfires
DCI - Disciplinary Core Ideas
Physical Sciences
Life Sciences
Earth & Space Science
Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
PE - Performance Expectations
ETS- Engineering, Technology, Science
Engineering
Addressing Major Global Challenges
Strategies & Curriculum
Lesson Planning
Lesson Planning Formats
5E Model
CER - Claims-Evidence-Reasoning
Problem Based Learning (PBL)
POGIL
Traditional Lesson Planning
Educational Objectives
Feedback
Inquiry
Phenomena
Closure
Semester Plans
California Science Test (CAST)
Educational Theories
Theories
Educational Theories
Active Learning
Bloom's Taxonomy
Constructivism
Engaging Learners
Equity vs. Equality
Science Humor
Quickwrite
Growth Mindset
STEAM
Student-Centered Classroom
Growth Mindset
Multiple Intelligences
PCK, TPCK
Peer Grading
Scaffolding
UDL & NGSS
IEP VS 504
VARK - Multiple Modalities
Flipped Curriculum
Metacognition
Cognitive Rigor Matrix
Critical Thinking
Inductive Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning
Thinking / Reasoning skills
Guided Discovery
Academic Language
Symbols
Language Function
CSUN
Class Policies
Stock Room
Common sources of chemicals
Tips for Success - Physics CSET-Prep workshop
Historical Perspective
1998 Standards
History of Science Education
Layered vs Spiral Curriculua
Shifts in NGSS
3-course model
Chemistry in the Earth System
Living Earth
Physics of the Universe
ETS- Engineering, Technology and Applications of Science
ESS - Connections in 3 course model
Strategies
Productive Struggle
Commonalities
Curriculum
Advanced Placement (AP) & NGSS
Bozeman Science - NGSS
CAST California Science Test
Conceptual Flows / Concept Maps / NGSS
NGSS - Myths & Facts
Science Courses
Leadership
Peter Drucker's Principles of Leadership
Warren Bennis
SAMR Model
Learning Analytics
Change - Leadership Models
Digital Access & Equity
Instructional Materials
Why College
Viewing it as a student
Icebreakers
Ethical Use of Technology
PISA
TIMSS
Carl Wieman
NGSS & Technology
CSCS
CSCS
Continuous Formative Assessment
Pooled Data Analysis
Collaborative Resource Development
Interactive Online Tools
CSCS - Chemistry
Air Pressure
Air Pressure - Movies
Atomic Radius - Properties of the Elements
Atoms, Ions, Isotopes
Charles Law - Hot Air Balloons
Composition of Biological Molecules
form - composition of molecules
Molecules
PHOTOS
Diffusion - Olfaction
Element Analysis (Databases, Graphing)
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions
Energy Transfer
Expermient
Faraday's Candle - Developing Scientifically Oriented Questions
Faraday's Candle - Data Sheet
Observations of a burning candle
Submit your word doc
Observations of a Candle
Molecular Models
Periodic Table
Significance of Chemistry
Phase Change
CSCS - Env. & Earth/Space Sci
Air Pollution
Chemistry of Ozone
Ozone - Number of unhealthy days
Pollutants
Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide
Earthquakes & Volcanoes
1994 CSUN Earthquake
Costliest Earthquakes
Deadliest Earthquakes
Deadliest Volcanoes
Major Earthquakes
Recent Eruptions
Recent Quakes
Student data
Tallest volcanoes on each continent
Determining the Epicenter of an Earthquake
Environmental Issues
Geotagging
Hurricanes - Tropical Cylcones
Data
Famous Hurricanes
Hurricane videos
Observations - Form
Observations - Hurricanes
Los Angeles River
Field Investigation
Identification and recording of plant & animal species
LA River at Balboa
LA River Models
Lewis McAdams Riverfront Park
Los Angeles River at Balboa Avenue
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area
Steelhead Park, Elysian Narrows
Lost on the Moon
Map Construction - Following Directions
Mapping
Mapping Environmental Issues
Orbits
Sands-Arenology
Santa Ana Winds
Sustainability - Initiatives at CSUN
Arbor Grill
Botanic Garden
Campus Recycling Services
Central Plant Thermal Storage
Chaparral Hall
Earthquake Garden
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Food Garden
Fuel Cell
Matador Bicycle Compounds
Orange Grove
Photovoltaic Project
Photovoltaic Project II
Rainforest Project
Southern California Ecoregion Demonstration Garden
Stream, Pond & Observatory
Student Recreation Center
Transit Station
Valley Performing Arts Center
Weather Station
Urban Heat Islands - 2
Geology - Rocks
Fire Ecology
CSCS - General Science
Analogies - Introducing new concepts
Analyzing & Interpreting Data
20.1 Calculations and Computer modeling
20.4 Scatter & Line Graphs
20.5 Column & Bar Graphs
20.6 Pie & Area Graphs
20.7 Combination Plots
20.8 Statistics
Applying for Science Teaching Positions
Cover Letter
Resume
Artificial Intelligence -AI
Neural Network
Authenticity of student work
Careers that requires science
Cloze & Inference
Cognates & Scientific Terms
Sources of English Languages
British Empire, 1919
Collaborative Lab Report
Collaborative Presentations
Correlations
Creating Online Quizes
Dimensional Analysis
Answers
Discovery Cube LA Study Guide
Discovery cube
Discrepant events
retinal fatigue
retina
Engineering Activities
Estimates, Scale
Extrapolation & Inference
Formative Assessments
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessment
Getting to know your students
Graphing Stories
Indirect Measurement
Mind Mapping
Misconceptions in Science
Misconceptions in Biology
Misconceptions in Chemistry
Misconceptions in Earth and Space Science
Misconceptions in Physics
Models & Universal Design for Learning
NGSS - Next Generation Science Standards
Observations
Photographic Techniques
Infrared Photography
Screen Recording
Slow Motion Photography
Stop Motion Photography
Time Lapse Photography
Microscopy and Telescopes
Pictorial Riddles
Powers of Ten
Research Questions
Research in physical & earth science
Possible Independent & Dependent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with animals
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with humans
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with plants, protozoa, bacteria, and fungi
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Scan & Post
Estimating the Distance to the Moon
Determining the distance to the moon
Movies to help with scan & post activities
Scan & Post Technique
Science Games
Science in the community
Science Reading Skills
Characteristics of Readers
Simulations, Models & Data Analysis
Other Simulations
Slide Rules and Approximation
Scientific Notation
Structure & Function
Student Response Systems / Formative Assessment Tools
Translating Words into Mathematical Symbols
Units; Dimensional Analysis
Straight Line Method
Video Microscopy
Vocabulary - Academic Language
Biology Roots
Chemistry Roots
Dictionary or Root Words
Earth & Space Science Roots
Physics Roots
Walking through graphs
What in the Universe?
Procedures
Word Problems
Geometry in Science
Black Box Science
Virtual Labs
Problem Solving Strategies
Labs
CSCS - Physics
Air Pressure
Audio Analysis
Frequencies
Density & Buoyancy - What causes something to sink or float?
Applications of Density to Everyday Life
photos
Research Study on Obesity
Electricity - Induction
Energy, Momentum, Collisions
EM Waves - Sensors
Speed of Light
Speed of Light
Exercise & Motion Analysis 1
GPX files
Wilson Canyon Bench
Exercise & Motion Analysis 2
Power ratings of household appliances (W)
Harmonic Motion - Deriving the Formula for a Pendululm
Analyze Data
What is harmonic motion?
Light - Determining the Speed & Wavelength of Light
Refraction of Light
Disappearing coin
Relevance of Physics - How Physics is Used in Other Fields
Examples
Rockets; Video Analysis
Old Technique
Rockets
Stomp Rockets
Torque - Rotatational Equilibrium
Right hand rule
Waves & Information Transfer
Digital Transmission
Digital vs. Analog Transmission
Energy and Amplitude
HS-PS4-1.
HS-PS4-2.
HS-PS4-3.
HS-PS4-4.
HS-PS4-5.
MS-PS4-1.
MS-PS4-2.
MS-PS4-3.
Validity & Reliability
Wave Particle Duality of Light
Schematics for electronic circuits
Light and Color
CSCS - Biology
Beri-Beri - Using History to teach Science
Research Question
Causes of Disease -3
Causes of Disease - 4
Causes of Disease - 5
Causes of Disease - 6
Causes of Disease - 7
Causes of Disease - 8
Causes of Disease - 9
Biomes & Climographs
Alpine and Subalpine Tundra and Forests
Chaparral / Mediterranean
Deserts
Grasslands and Savannah
Marine
Temperate Coniferous Forests
Temperature Deciduous Forests
Tropical Rainforests
Cell Biology
Classification
Concept Maps
Mind Maps
Cycling of matter and energy
Oak Woodland
Disease Vectors
Disease Vectors
Ecosystems
Enzymes
Teacher Notes
Epidemiology
Forest Ecology
Flower Anatomy
Genetics - Dihybrid Cross
genetics terms
Genetics - Dominant & Recessive Traits
Genetics Survey
Genetics - Genotype & Phenotype
Heart Rate & Exercise
Circulatory System
Heart
Terminology
Terminology
Memory
Instructor directions
Serial Position Effect
Mitosis
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
mitosis diagrams
Results
Nutrition
"Average" Food intake for a day
Food
Organizational Hierarchy
Osmosis & Osmotic Concentration
Population Dynamics - Penguins
Fisheries Biologist
Marine Ecologist
Meteorologist
Oceanographer
Ornithologist
Reaction Time
Sky Islands
Temperature & Species Distribution
California
Tobacco & Alcohol
Evaluate Alcohol Advertisers Claims
Evaluate Tobacco Advertisements
Procedure
Tree Rings, Climate
Environment
Glossary
Growth characteristics
Growth Rates of Trees
Identification
Petrified Wood
Trees of California
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia)
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens)
Gray Pine (Pinus sabiniana)
Incense Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens)
Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)
Red Fir (Abies magnifica)
Yearly rainfall estimates
Using Databases to Analyze Dietary Risks
Vision
Structure & Function - Plant morphology
Photosynthesis
Structure & Function in Living Systems
iNaturalist
Food Web - Aliso Canyon
Genetics
CSCL- Other
Where in the World?
Computer History
Computer Technology
Internet
Desmos
Untitled page
Causes of the Civil War
Tech
Apps for teaching
Sensors
Hacks
Analytics
Spreadsheet Commands
Imagery
Video Tutorials
White Board
Personal Introduction Videos
Online texts
ISTE Standards
Norm
Zoom
Altadena
Mount Lowe Railway
Mount Wilson
Altadena Elementary School
John Muir High School
Eliot Junior High School
Noyes Elementary School
Rose Parade, Rose Bowl
Interests
Friends from Altadena
Memorials
Jim Cunningham
Peaks Climbed
Favorite Quotes
Thanksgiving
Veteran's Day
Norman Herr, Ph.D.
NH
Courses
514 - Computers in Instruction
525 - Methods of Teaching Science
554 Seminar Student Teaching in Science - 1
555 Seminar Student Teaching in Science - 2
610S Leadership in Science Education
616 - Computer Supported Collaborative Science - 1
642 Computer Supported Collaborative Learning - I
652- Computer Supported Collaborative Learning-II
656- Computers in Science Teaching
676 Adv. Laboratory Curriculum Development
697 - Directed Comprehensive Studies
699 A-C Independent Study
Physics-II
Geoscience & Physics (215)
Research
Books
Publications
Presentations
2014 California STEM Symposium - San Diego - September 2014
2018 Noyce Regional Conference - Tuscon - Developing & Using Models
AACE E-Learn 2013
AACE Formative Assessment
AAPT Southern California Section
ASTE 2013
ASTE 2014 - Paper Set
ASTE 2014 CSCS & NGSS
ASTE 2015
ASTE-HICE 2020
Computer Supported Collaborative Instruction: SITE, Austin 3/12
CSCS - Nanjing Chinese Scholars
CSCS Open House 2015 - CSCS & NGSS
CSTA-2019-Employing NASA-data to model interactions in earth systems
CSUN Faculty Development - Formative Assessment
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessments; HP-Catalyst - Beijing, April, 2012
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessments; SITE, Austin, 3/12
HICE 2014
HICE 2017
NGSS Chemistry Storylines - Paradigms for Teaching and Learning Chemistry
NGSS Storylines - Paradigms for Teaching and Learning Physics
Online Learning in International Education 2018 New Zealand
Supervision of Student Teachers - Video
Teaching STEM to Diverse Students with Cloud Computing - CA STEM Symposium
Using Collaborative Web-Based Docs to Instantly Collect and Analyze Whole-Class Data; CyTSE, Berkeley, CA; 2/11
Website Development
Western Regional Noyce Conference - Continuous Formative Assessment
WRNC- NGSS Three Course Model
Workshops
555 Tasks
Building a Contact List
Science Conferences & Workshops
Presentations
CSLC-Summer Biology
Bert Corona NGSS Workshop
Inquiry with Gizmos
Computer Science Integration
Grants
PhysTec
California Science Project
cscs
MSTI - Math & Science Teacher Initiative
Research
Articles
CDA
CFA
Grad
Master's Programs
Credential Programs
MSTI - Math & Science Teacher Initiative
Graduate Programs
Professional Development
Professional Journals
Field Trip Sites
Mel Beech
MDECOE - Conceptual Framework
Bert Corona HS - NGSS
Edison
Collaboration
CSET Prep Workshops
Physics CSET
General Science CSET
NGSS
SEP - Science and Engineering Practices
SEP-1 Asking Questions and Defining Problems
SEP-2 Developing and Using Models
Physical models
Statistical Models
Mathematical Models
Conceptual Models
Computational Models
Graphic Models
Flowcharts
Scientific Models
Resources for Developing Models
Models in other fields
SEP-3 Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
SEP-4 Analyzing and Interpreting data
SEP-5 Using mathematics and computational thinking
SEP-6 Constructing explanations & designing solutions
SEP-7 Engaging in Argument from Evidence
SEP-8 Obtaining, Evaluating and Communicating Information
NGSS Objectives - Models
Resources for Developing Models
CCC - Cross-Cutting Concepts
CCC-1 Patterns
CCC-2 Cause and Effect
CCC-3 Scale, Proportion & Quantity
CCC-4 Systems and System Models
CCC-5 Energy & Matter
CCC-6 Structure & Function
CCC-7 Stability & Change
CCC Integration
California Coastline
California Earthquakes
California Wildfires
DCI - Disciplinary Core Ideas
Physical Sciences
Life Sciences
Earth & Space Science
Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
PE - Performance Expectations
ETS- Engineering, Technology, Science
Engineering
Addressing Major Global Challenges
Strategies & Curriculum
Lesson Planning
Lesson Planning Formats
5E Model
CER - Claims-Evidence-Reasoning
Problem Based Learning (PBL)
POGIL
Traditional Lesson Planning
Educational Objectives
Feedback
Inquiry
Phenomena
Closure
Semester Plans
California Science Test (CAST)
Educational Theories
Theories
Educational Theories
Active Learning
Bloom's Taxonomy
Constructivism
Engaging Learners
Equity vs. Equality
Science Humor
Quickwrite
Growth Mindset
STEAM
Student-Centered Classroom
Growth Mindset
Multiple Intelligences
PCK, TPCK
Peer Grading
Scaffolding
UDL & NGSS
IEP VS 504
VARK - Multiple Modalities
Flipped Curriculum
Metacognition
Cognitive Rigor Matrix
Critical Thinking
Inductive Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning
Thinking / Reasoning skills
Guided Discovery
Academic Language
Symbols
Language Function
CSUN
Class Policies
Stock Room
Common sources of chemicals
Tips for Success - Physics CSET-Prep workshop
Historical Perspective
1998 Standards
History of Science Education
Layered vs Spiral Curriculua
Shifts in NGSS
3-course model
Chemistry in the Earth System
Living Earth
Physics of the Universe
ETS- Engineering, Technology and Applications of Science
ESS - Connections in 3 course model
Strategies
Productive Struggle
Commonalities
Curriculum
Advanced Placement (AP) & NGSS
Bozeman Science - NGSS
CAST California Science Test
Conceptual Flows / Concept Maps / NGSS
NGSS - Myths & Facts
Science Courses
Leadership
Peter Drucker's Principles of Leadership
Warren Bennis
SAMR Model
Learning Analytics
Change - Leadership Models
Digital Access & Equity
Instructional Materials
Why College
Viewing it as a student
Icebreakers
Ethical Use of Technology
PISA
TIMSS
Carl Wieman
NGSS & Technology
CSCS
CSCS
Continuous Formative Assessment
Pooled Data Analysis
Collaborative Resource Development
Interactive Online Tools
CSCS - Chemistry
Air Pressure
Air Pressure - Movies
Atomic Radius - Properties of the Elements
Atoms, Ions, Isotopes
Charles Law - Hot Air Balloons
Composition of Biological Molecules
form - composition of molecules
Molecules
PHOTOS
Diffusion - Olfaction
Element Analysis (Databases, Graphing)
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions
Energy Transfer
Expermient
Faraday's Candle - Developing Scientifically Oriented Questions
Faraday's Candle - Data Sheet
Observations of a burning candle
Submit your word doc
Observations of a Candle
Molecular Models
Periodic Table
Significance of Chemistry
Phase Change
CSCS - Env. & Earth/Space Sci
Air Pollution
Chemistry of Ozone
Ozone - Number of unhealthy days
Pollutants
Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide
Earthquakes & Volcanoes
1994 CSUN Earthquake
Costliest Earthquakes
Deadliest Earthquakes
Deadliest Volcanoes
Major Earthquakes
Recent Eruptions
Recent Quakes
Student data
Tallest volcanoes on each continent
Determining the Epicenter of an Earthquake
Environmental Issues
Geotagging
Hurricanes - Tropical Cylcones
Data
Famous Hurricanes
Hurricane videos
Observations - Form
Observations - Hurricanes
Los Angeles River
Field Investigation
Identification and recording of plant & animal species
LA River at Balboa
LA River Models
Lewis McAdams Riverfront Park
Los Angeles River at Balboa Avenue
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area
Steelhead Park, Elysian Narrows
Lost on the Moon
Map Construction - Following Directions
Mapping
Mapping Environmental Issues
Orbits
Sands-Arenology
Santa Ana Winds
Sustainability - Initiatives at CSUN
Arbor Grill
Botanic Garden
Campus Recycling Services
Central Plant Thermal Storage
Chaparral Hall
Earthquake Garden
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Food Garden
Fuel Cell
Matador Bicycle Compounds
Orange Grove
Photovoltaic Project
Photovoltaic Project II
Rainforest Project
Southern California Ecoregion Demonstration Garden
Stream, Pond & Observatory
Student Recreation Center
Transit Station
Valley Performing Arts Center
Weather Station
Urban Heat Islands - 2
Geology - Rocks
Fire Ecology
CSCS - General Science
Analogies - Introducing new concepts
Analyzing & Interpreting Data
20.1 Calculations and Computer modeling
20.4 Scatter & Line Graphs
20.5 Column & Bar Graphs
20.6 Pie & Area Graphs
20.7 Combination Plots
20.8 Statistics
Applying for Science Teaching Positions
Cover Letter
Resume
Artificial Intelligence -AI
Neural Network
Authenticity of student work
Careers that requires science
Cloze & Inference
Cognates & Scientific Terms
Sources of English Languages
British Empire, 1919
Collaborative Lab Report
Collaborative Presentations
Correlations
Creating Online Quizes
Dimensional Analysis
Answers
Discovery Cube LA Study Guide
Discovery cube
Discrepant events
retinal fatigue
retina
Engineering Activities
Estimates, Scale
Extrapolation & Inference
Formative Assessments
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessment
Getting to know your students
Graphing Stories
Indirect Measurement
Mind Mapping
Misconceptions in Science
Misconceptions in Biology
Misconceptions in Chemistry
Misconceptions in Earth and Space Science
Misconceptions in Physics
Models & Universal Design for Learning
NGSS - Next Generation Science Standards
Observations
Photographic Techniques
Infrared Photography
Screen Recording
Slow Motion Photography
Stop Motion Photography
Time Lapse Photography
Microscopy and Telescopes
Pictorial Riddles
Powers of Ten
Research Questions
Research in physical & earth science
Possible Independent & Dependent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with animals
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with humans
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with plants, protozoa, bacteria, and fungi
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Scan & Post
Estimating the Distance to the Moon
Determining the distance to the moon
Movies to help with scan & post activities
Scan & Post Technique
Science Games
Science in the community
Science Reading Skills
Characteristics of Readers
Simulations, Models & Data Analysis
Other Simulations
Slide Rules and Approximation
Scientific Notation
Structure & Function
Student Response Systems / Formative Assessment Tools
Translating Words into Mathematical Symbols
Units; Dimensional Analysis
Straight Line Method
Video Microscopy
Vocabulary - Academic Language
Biology Roots
Chemistry Roots
Dictionary or Root Words
Earth & Space Science Roots
Physics Roots
Walking through graphs
What in the Universe?
Procedures
Word Problems
Geometry in Science
Black Box Science
Virtual Labs
Problem Solving Strategies
Labs
CSCS - Physics
Air Pressure
Audio Analysis
Frequencies
Density & Buoyancy - What causes something to sink or float?
Applications of Density to Everyday Life
photos
Research Study on Obesity
Electricity - Induction
Energy, Momentum, Collisions
EM Waves - Sensors
Speed of Light
Speed of Light
Exercise & Motion Analysis 1
GPX files
Wilson Canyon Bench
Exercise & Motion Analysis 2
Power ratings of household appliances (W)
Harmonic Motion - Deriving the Formula for a Pendululm
Analyze Data
What is harmonic motion?
Light - Determining the Speed & Wavelength of Light
Refraction of Light
Disappearing coin
Relevance of Physics - How Physics is Used in Other Fields
Examples
Rockets; Video Analysis
Old Technique
Rockets
Stomp Rockets
Torque - Rotatational Equilibrium
Right hand rule
Waves & Information Transfer
Digital Transmission
Digital vs. Analog Transmission
Energy and Amplitude
HS-PS4-1.
HS-PS4-2.
HS-PS4-3.
HS-PS4-4.
HS-PS4-5.
MS-PS4-1.
MS-PS4-2.
MS-PS4-3.
Validity & Reliability
Wave Particle Duality of Light
Schematics for electronic circuits
Light and Color
CSCS - Biology
Beri-Beri - Using History to teach Science
Research Question
Causes of Disease -3
Causes of Disease - 4
Causes of Disease - 5
Causes of Disease - 6
Causes of Disease - 7
Causes of Disease - 8
Causes of Disease - 9
Biomes & Climographs
Alpine and Subalpine Tundra and Forests
Chaparral / Mediterranean
Deserts
Grasslands and Savannah
Marine
Temperate Coniferous Forests
Temperature Deciduous Forests
Tropical Rainforests
Cell Biology
Classification
Concept Maps
Mind Maps
Cycling of matter and energy
Oak Woodland
Disease Vectors
Disease Vectors
Ecosystems
Enzymes
Teacher Notes
Epidemiology
Forest Ecology
Flower Anatomy
Genetics - Dihybrid Cross
genetics terms
Genetics - Dominant & Recessive Traits
Genetics Survey
Genetics - Genotype & Phenotype
Heart Rate & Exercise
Circulatory System
Heart
Terminology
Terminology
Memory
Instructor directions
Serial Position Effect
Mitosis
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
mitosis diagrams
Results
Nutrition
"Average" Food intake for a day
Food
Organizational Hierarchy
Osmosis & Osmotic Concentration
Population Dynamics - Penguins
Fisheries Biologist
Marine Ecologist
Meteorologist
Oceanographer
Ornithologist
Reaction Time
Sky Islands
Temperature & Species Distribution
California
Tobacco & Alcohol
Evaluate Alcohol Advertisers Claims
Evaluate Tobacco Advertisements
Procedure
Tree Rings, Climate
Environment
Glossary
Growth characteristics
Growth Rates of Trees
Identification
Petrified Wood
Trees of California
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia)
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens)
Gray Pine (Pinus sabiniana)
Incense Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens)
Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)
Red Fir (Abies magnifica)
Yearly rainfall estimates
Using Databases to Analyze Dietary Risks
Vision
Structure & Function - Plant morphology
Photosynthesis
Structure & Function in Living Systems
iNaturalist
Food Web - Aliso Canyon
Genetics
CSCL- Other
Where in the World?
Computer History
Computer Technology
Internet
Desmos
Untitled page
Causes of the Civil War
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ISTE Standards
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Zoom
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Mount Lowe Railway
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Altadena Elementary School
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Eliot Junior High School
Noyes Elementary School
Rose Parade, Rose Bowl
Interests
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Memorials
Jim Cunningham
Peaks Climbed
Favorite Quotes
Thanksgiving
Veteran's Day
More
NH
Courses
514 - Computers in Instruction
525 - Methods of Teaching Science
554 Seminar Student Teaching in Science - 1
555 Seminar Student Teaching in Science - 2
610S Leadership in Science Education
616 - Computer Supported Collaborative Science - 1
642 Computer Supported Collaborative Learning - I
652- Computer Supported Collaborative Learning-II
656- Computers in Science Teaching
676 Adv. Laboratory Curriculum Development
697 - Directed Comprehensive Studies
699 A-C Independent Study
Physics-II
Geoscience & Physics (215)
Research
Books
Publications
Presentations
2014 California STEM Symposium - San Diego - September 2014
2018 Noyce Regional Conference - Tuscon - Developing & Using Models
AACE E-Learn 2013
AACE Formative Assessment
AAPT Southern California Section
ASTE 2013
ASTE 2014 - Paper Set
ASTE 2014 CSCS & NGSS
ASTE 2015
ASTE-HICE 2020
Computer Supported Collaborative Instruction: SITE, Austin 3/12
CSCS - Nanjing Chinese Scholars
CSCS Open House 2015 - CSCS & NGSS
CSTA-2019-Employing NASA-data to model interactions in earth systems
CSUN Faculty Development - Formative Assessment
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessments; HP-Catalyst - Beijing, April, 2012
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessments; SITE, Austin, 3/12
HICE 2014
HICE 2017
NGSS Chemistry Storylines - Paradigms for Teaching and Learning Chemistry
NGSS Storylines - Paradigms for Teaching and Learning Physics
Online Learning in International Education 2018 New Zealand
Supervision of Student Teachers - Video
Teaching STEM to Diverse Students with Cloud Computing - CA STEM Symposium
Using Collaborative Web-Based Docs to Instantly Collect and Analyze Whole-Class Data; CyTSE, Berkeley, CA; 2/11
Website Development
Western Regional Noyce Conference - Continuous Formative Assessment
WRNC- NGSS Three Course Model
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555 Tasks
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Science Conferences & Workshops
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CSLC-Summer Biology
Bert Corona NGSS Workshop
Inquiry with Gizmos
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cscs
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Mel Beech
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Bert Corona HS - NGSS
Edison
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Physics CSET
General Science CSET
NGSS
SEP - Science and Engineering Practices
SEP-1 Asking Questions and Defining Problems
SEP-2 Developing and Using Models
Physical models
Statistical Models
Mathematical Models
Conceptual Models
Computational Models
Graphic Models
Flowcharts
Scientific Models
Resources for Developing Models
Models in other fields
SEP-3 Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
SEP-4 Analyzing and Interpreting data
SEP-5 Using mathematics and computational thinking
SEP-6 Constructing explanations & designing solutions
SEP-7 Engaging in Argument from Evidence
SEP-8 Obtaining, Evaluating and Communicating Information
NGSS Objectives - Models
Resources for Developing Models
CCC - Cross-Cutting Concepts
CCC-1 Patterns
CCC-2 Cause and Effect
CCC-3 Scale, Proportion & Quantity
CCC-4 Systems and System Models
CCC-5 Energy & Matter
CCC-6 Structure & Function
CCC-7 Stability & Change
CCC Integration
California Coastline
California Earthquakes
California Wildfires
DCI - Disciplinary Core Ideas
Physical Sciences
Life Sciences
Earth & Space Science
Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science
PE - Performance Expectations
ETS- Engineering, Technology, Science
Engineering
Addressing Major Global Challenges
Strategies & Curriculum
Lesson Planning
Lesson Planning Formats
5E Model
CER - Claims-Evidence-Reasoning
Problem Based Learning (PBL)
POGIL
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California Science Test (CAST)
Educational Theories
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Educational Theories
Active Learning
Bloom's Taxonomy
Constructivism
Engaging Learners
Equity vs. Equality
Science Humor
Quickwrite
Growth Mindset
STEAM
Student-Centered Classroom
Growth Mindset
Multiple Intelligences
PCK, TPCK
Peer Grading
Scaffolding
UDL & NGSS
IEP VS 504
VARK - Multiple Modalities
Flipped Curriculum
Metacognition
Cognitive Rigor Matrix
Critical Thinking
Inductive Reasoning
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Thinking / Reasoning skills
Guided Discovery
Academic Language
Symbols
Language Function
CSUN
Class Policies
Stock Room
Common sources of chemicals
Tips for Success - Physics CSET-Prep workshop
Historical Perspective
1998 Standards
History of Science Education
Layered vs Spiral Curriculua
Shifts in NGSS
3-course model
Chemistry in the Earth System
Living Earth
Physics of the Universe
ETS- Engineering, Technology and Applications of Science
ESS - Connections in 3 course model
Strategies
Productive Struggle
Commonalities
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Advanced Placement (AP) & NGSS
Bozeman Science - NGSS
CAST California Science Test
Conceptual Flows / Concept Maps / NGSS
NGSS - Myths & Facts
Science Courses
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Peter Drucker's Principles of Leadership
Warren Bennis
SAMR Model
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Digital Access & Equity
Instructional Materials
Why College
Viewing it as a student
Icebreakers
Ethical Use of Technology
PISA
TIMSS
Carl Wieman
NGSS & Technology
CSCS
CSCS
Continuous Formative Assessment
Pooled Data Analysis
Collaborative Resource Development
Interactive Online Tools
CSCS - Chemistry
Air Pressure
Air Pressure - Movies
Atomic Radius - Properties of the Elements
Atoms, Ions, Isotopes
Charles Law - Hot Air Balloons
Composition of Biological Molecules
form - composition of molecules
Molecules
PHOTOS
Diffusion - Olfaction
Element Analysis (Databases, Graphing)
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions
Energy Transfer
Expermient
Faraday's Candle - Developing Scientifically Oriented Questions
Faraday's Candle - Data Sheet
Observations of a burning candle
Submit your word doc
Observations of a Candle
Molecular Models
Periodic Table
Significance of Chemistry
Phase Change
CSCS - Env. & Earth/Space Sci
Air Pollution
Chemistry of Ozone
Ozone - Number of unhealthy days
Pollutants
Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide
Earthquakes & Volcanoes
1994 CSUN Earthquake
Costliest Earthquakes
Deadliest Earthquakes
Deadliest Volcanoes
Major Earthquakes
Recent Eruptions
Recent Quakes
Student data
Tallest volcanoes on each continent
Determining the Epicenter of an Earthquake
Environmental Issues
Geotagging
Hurricanes - Tropical Cylcones
Data
Famous Hurricanes
Hurricane videos
Observations - Form
Observations - Hurricanes
Los Angeles River
Field Investigation
Identification and recording of plant & animal species
LA River at Balboa
LA River Models
Lewis McAdams Riverfront Park
Los Angeles River at Balboa Avenue
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area
Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area
Steelhead Park, Elysian Narrows
Lost on the Moon
Map Construction - Following Directions
Mapping
Mapping Environmental Issues
Orbits
Sands-Arenology
Santa Ana Winds
Sustainability - Initiatives at CSUN
Arbor Grill
Botanic Garden
Campus Recycling Services
Central Plant Thermal Storage
Chaparral Hall
Earthquake Garden
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Food Garden
Fuel Cell
Matador Bicycle Compounds
Orange Grove
Photovoltaic Project
Photovoltaic Project II
Rainforest Project
Southern California Ecoregion Demonstration Garden
Stream, Pond & Observatory
Student Recreation Center
Transit Station
Valley Performing Arts Center
Weather Station
Urban Heat Islands - 2
Geology - Rocks
Fire Ecology
CSCS - General Science
Analogies - Introducing new concepts
Analyzing & Interpreting Data
20.1 Calculations and Computer modeling
20.4 Scatter & Line Graphs
20.5 Column & Bar Graphs
20.6 Pie & Area Graphs
20.7 Combination Plots
20.8 Statistics
Applying for Science Teaching Positions
Cover Letter
Resume
Artificial Intelligence -AI
Neural Network
Authenticity of student work
Careers that requires science
Cloze & Inference
Cognates & Scientific Terms
Sources of English Languages
British Empire, 1919
Collaborative Lab Report
Collaborative Presentations
Correlations
Creating Online Quizes
Dimensional Analysis
Answers
Discovery Cube LA Study Guide
Discovery cube
Discrepant events
retinal fatigue
retina
Engineering Activities
Estimates, Scale
Extrapolation & Inference
Formative Assessments
Employing Collaborative Online Documents for Continuous Formative Assessment
Getting to know your students
Graphing Stories
Indirect Measurement
Mind Mapping
Misconceptions in Science
Misconceptions in Biology
Misconceptions in Chemistry
Misconceptions in Earth and Space Science
Misconceptions in Physics
Models & Universal Design for Learning
NGSS - Next Generation Science Standards
Observations
Photographic Techniques
Infrared Photography
Screen Recording
Slow Motion Photography
Stop Motion Photography
Time Lapse Photography
Microscopy and Telescopes
Pictorial Riddles
Powers of Ten
Research Questions
Research in physical & earth science
Possible Independent & Dependent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with animals
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with humans
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Research with plants, protozoa, bacteria, and fungi
Possible Dependent Variables
Possible Independent Variables
Possible Subjects
Scan & Post
Estimating the Distance to the Moon
Determining the distance to the moon
Movies to help with scan & post activities
Scan & Post Technique
Science Games
Science in the community
Science Reading Skills
Characteristics of Readers
Simulations, Models & Data Analysis
Other Simulations
Slide Rules and Approximation
Scientific Notation
Structure & Function
Student Response Systems / Formative Assessment Tools
Translating Words into Mathematical Symbols
Units; Dimensional Analysis
Straight Line Method
Video Microscopy
Vocabulary - Academic Language
Biology Roots
Chemistry Roots
Dictionary or Root Words
Earth & Space Science Roots
Physics Roots
Walking through graphs
What in the Universe?
Procedures
Word Problems
Geometry in Science
Black Box Science
Virtual Labs
Problem Solving Strategies
Labs
CSCS - Physics
Air Pressure
Audio Analysis
Frequencies
Density & Buoyancy - What causes something to sink or float?
Applications of Density to Everyday Life
photos
Research Study on Obesity
Electricity - Induction
Energy, Momentum, Collisions
EM Waves - Sensors
Speed of Light
Speed of Light
Exercise & Motion Analysis 1
GPX files
Wilson Canyon Bench
Exercise & Motion Analysis 2
Power ratings of household appliances (W)
Harmonic Motion - Deriving the Formula for a Pendululm
Analyze Data
What is harmonic motion?
Light - Determining the Speed & Wavelength of Light
Refraction of Light
Disappearing coin
Relevance of Physics - How Physics is Used in Other Fields
Examples
Rockets; Video Analysis
Old Technique
Rockets
Stomp Rockets
Torque - Rotatational Equilibrium
Right hand rule
Waves & Information Transfer
Digital Transmission
Digital vs. Analog Transmission
Energy and Amplitude
HS-PS4-1.
HS-PS4-2.
HS-PS4-3.
HS-PS4-4.
HS-PS4-5.
MS-PS4-1.
MS-PS4-2.
MS-PS4-3.
Validity & Reliability
Wave Particle Duality of Light
Schematics for electronic circuits
Light and Color
CSCS - Biology
Beri-Beri - Using History to teach Science
Research Question
Causes of Disease -3
Causes of Disease - 4
Causes of Disease - 5
Causes of Disease - 6
Causes of Disease - 7
Causes of Disease - 8
Causes of Disease - 9
Biomes & Climographs
Alpine and Subalpine Tundra and Forests
Chaparral / Mediterranean
Deserts
Grasslands and Savannah
Marine
Temperate Coniferous Forests
Temperature Deciduous Forests
Tropical Rainforests
Cell Biology
Classification
Concept Maps
Mind Maps
Cycling of matter and energy
Oak Woodland
Disease Vectors
Disease Vectors
Ecosystems
Enzymes
Teacher Notes
Epidemiology
Forest Ecology
Flower Anatomy
Genetics - Dihybrid Cross
genetics terms
Genetics - Dominant & Recessive Traits
Genetics Survey
Genetics - Genotype & Phenotype
Heart Rate & Exercise
Circulatory System
Heart
Terminology
Terminology
Memory
Instructor directions
Serial Position Effect
Mitosis
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
mitosis diagrams
Results
Nutrition
"Average" Food intake for a day
Food
Organizational Hierarchy
Osmosis & Osmotic Concentration
Population Dynamics - Penguins
Fisheries Biologist
Marine Ecologist
Meteorologist
Oceanographer
Ornithologist
Reaction Time
Sky Islands
Temperature & Species Distribution
California
Tobacco & Alcohol
Evaluate Alcohol Advertisers Claims
Evaluate Tobacco Advertisements
Procedure
Tree Rings, Climate
Environment
Glossary
Growth characteristics
Growth Rates of Trees
Identification
Petrified Wood
Trees of California
Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia)
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens)
Gray Pine (Pinus sabiniana)
Incense Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens)
Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)
Red Fir (Abies magnifica)
Yearly rainfall estimates
Using Databases to Analyze Dietary Risks
Vision
Structure & Function - Plant morphology
Photosynthesis
Structure & Function in Living Systems
iNaturalist
Food Web - Aliso Canyon
Genetics
CSCL- Other
Where in the World?
Computer History
Computer Technology
Internet
Desmos
Untitled page
Causes of the Civil War
Tech
Apps for teaching
Sensors
Hacks
Analytics
Spreadsheet Commands
Imagery
Video Tutorials
White Board
Personal Introduction Videos
Online texts
ISTE Standards
Norm
Zoom
Altadena
Mount Lowe Railway
Mount Wilson
Altadena Elementary School
John Muir High School
Eliot Junior High School
Noyes Elementary School
Rose Parade, Rose Bowl
Interests
Friends from Altadena
Memorials
Jim Cunningham
Peaks Climbed
Favorite Quotes
Thanksgiving
Veteran's Day
Ethical Use of Technology in Science Education
Ethical Tech Use in Science Education
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