Keri Garver
Relevant Courses
Geochemistry of Natural Waters | Hydrogeology |
Environmental Geology | Astronomy with Pedagogy |
Introduction to Research Methods | Curriculum Development |
Technology in Science Education | College Teaching |
Independent Research | Adolescent Psychology |
Relevant Courses
Partial Differential Equations | Modern Physics |
Modern Physics Laboratory | Digital Electronics |
Multiple Intelligences Seminar | Assessment in Education |
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Bachelor of Science in Geology; 3.0 GPA
April, 1995
General Chemistry | Organic Chemistry |
Calculus I and II | Vector Calculus |
Physics I and II | Mineralogy |
Sedimentology | Structural Geology |
Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology | Geochemistry |
Environmental Geochemistry | Geology Field Research |
Statistics | Biology |
The project entails integrating astronomy into kindergarten through fifth grade math curriculum using national math and science standards. A team of teachers from around the country will meet in July to generate ideas from which I will assemble and publish classroom-ready lesson plans.
Instructor/Research Mentor
Flagstaff, Arizona
Northern Arizona University
June-July, 1999
Four-Corners Upward Bound Math & Science
Regional Center
For a low-income and first-generation high school
student summer Math and Science program, created and taught a Calculator
Based Laboratory lesson. Designed and facilitated a three-week intensive
Geochemistry research project.
Teaching Assistant
Flagstaff, Arizona
Northern Arizona University
August-December, 1997
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Conducted a critical review of the physics laboratory
curriculum for independent research. Facilitated physics recitation and
assisted in laboratory instruction. Graded course homework and laboratory
assignments.
Substitute Teacher
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District
May, 1997
Substitute teaching experience included secondary
vocational education in Computer Aided Drafting and elementary special
education with severely multiply handicapped.
Laboratory Technician
Ann Arbor, Michigan
National Center for Integrated
June-November, 1995
Bioremediation Research and Development
Responsible for preparation of analytical standards,
calibration of laboratory equipment and subsequent analysis of water and
soil samples using Gas Chromatograph interfaced with Purge and Trap, Head
Space Analyzer, and Carbon-Hydrogen-Nitrogen Analyzer. Maintained large
database. Developed an understanding of super-clean laboratory procedures.
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