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ADAM SWEENEY Teaching & Learning: Science An Introduction to me!

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ADAM SWEENEY

Teaching & Learning: ScienceAn Introduction to me!

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My Avatar(I’m dressed like Indiana Jones. Yes!)

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Here I am talking to myself again. My headset didn’t work at first, but the video directions helped

me get it going.

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First I got my bearings at the Orientation Center and then I visited

the Dean at his office. Finally, seeking adventure, I discovered an ancient

Tahitian sleeping hut!

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Screenshot of the Course Overview(We’ll be busy!)

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Screenshot of the Course Grading, Schedule, and Expectations.

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Components of Good Science Teaching

Teaching Science

Inquiry

Assessment

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

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A little about me personally:My lovely wife and me. We had a new addition in 2012!

OurSmall Dog.

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I got married on June 25, 2011.

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One of my favorite things to do is go camping with college buddies.

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I graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering for the University at Buffalo in 2004.

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My Previous Professional Life

After college I spent 8 years laboring over blueprints and writing contracts. It was not a very fulfilling career, so I decided to make a change!

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I left my job (mostly) and became a stay at home dad.

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Now I watch my son Tommy by day and do a little consulting (and homework) by night.

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I’m looking forward to meeting all of you!