David R. Wetzel's Page

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David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"Warning: Flipping Your Classroom May Lead to Increased Student Understanding Flipping a classroom is not a teaching technique, it is more in line with a philosophy or way of teaching. It involves using technology as a tool, not the main focus, for…"
Dec 15, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Lee's group Middle School Math
"Warning: Flipping Your Classroom May Lead to Increased Student Understanding Flipping a classroom is not a teaching technique, it is more in line with a philosophy or way of teaching. It involves using technology as a tool, not the main focus, for…"
Dec 15, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"Motivating Underachieving Students in Math and Science Your students’ future and education needs are not like yours and mine. For the most part, we are a product of an education system heavily influenced by the industrial age - lectures and…"
Dec 8, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Lee's group Middle School Math
"Motivating Underachieving Students in Math and Science Your students’ future and education needs are not like yours and mine. For the most part, we are a product of an education system heavily influenced by the industrial age - lectures and…"
Dec 8, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"How to Encourage Critical Thinking in Science and Math Encouraging students to use critical thinking is more than an extension activity in science and math lessons, it is the basis of true learning.   Teaching students how to think critically…"
Sep 14, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Lee's group Middle School Math
"How to Encourage Critical Thinking in Science and Math Encouraging students to use critical thinking is more than an extension activity in science and math lessons, it is the basis of true learning.   Teaching students how to think critically…"
Sep 14, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Richard's group Elementary School 2.0
"Power Point Presentations Beyond Note Taking The use of PowerPoint presentations in schools takes advantage of education technology integration strategies and techniques. However, student learning is not improved when these presentations are merely…"
Aug 9, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"Power Point Presentations Beyond Note Taking The use of PowerPoint presentations in schools takes advantage of education technology integration strategies and techniques. However, student learning is not improved when these presentations are merely…"
Aug 9, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Barry Bakin's group Technology in Adult Education
"Power Point Presentations Beyond Note TakingThe use of PowerPoint presentations in schools takes advantage of education technology integration strategies and techniques. However, student learning is not improved when these presentations are merely a…"
Aug 9, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"Advantages of Active Learning in Science and Math Active learning has a powerful impact on student learning. How? Student achievement increases through mastery of science and math content as a result of this technique. Students also develop…"
Jul 7, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Lee's group Middle School Math
"Advantages of Active Learning in Science and MathActive learning has a powerful impact on student learning. How? Student achievement increases through mastery of science and math content as a result of this technique. Students also develop improved…"
Jul 7, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"5 Alternative Assessment Techniques in Science and Math   Alternative assessments provide you opportunities to determine the true level of understanding your students have regarding science and math concepts. These tools improve the learning…"
Jun 23, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Lee's group Middle School Math
"5 Alternative Assessment Techniques in Science and Math   Alternative assessments provide you opportunities to determine the true level of understanding your students have regarding science and math concepts. These tools improve the learning…"
Jun 23, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Richard's group Elementary School 2.0
"What is the Technology Footprint in Your Classroom? In contrast to the technology teachers’ use in the classroom for their professional use, what is the technology (digital) footprint students’ use in a classroom? When effectively…"
Jan 29, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Barry Bakin's group Technology in Adult Education
"What is the Technology Footprint in Your Classroom? In contrast to the technology teachers’ use in the classroom for their professional use, what is the technology (digital) footprint students’ use in a classroom? When effectively…"
Jan 29, 2011
David R. Wetzel commented on Kevin's group Middle School Science
"20 Google Doc Templates for use in Science and Math Classrooms Google Docs is an easy-to-use online word processor that enables you to create, store, share, and collaborate on documents with your science and math students. You can even import any…"
Sep 24, 2010

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School / Work Affiliation
K-12 and Higher Education
Blog
http://www.teachscienceandmath.com
Website
http://www.decodedscience.com/abou/writers/david-r-wetzel-ph-d
Twitter / Plurk / Other Account
http://www.twitter.com/drwetzel
About Me
David R. Wetzel's interests include teaching science and math, continuing education, adult education, and the integration of educational technology in teaching and learning .

His education includes a Ph.D. in Education from George Mason University, Master's Degree in Science and Math Education from Old Dominion University, and a Bachelor Degree in Business from Saint Leo University.

Interviews

Using Twitter in Education - KPFT 90.1 Houston, TX, YouthRadio.us, April 3, 2010.

Written Works

His writing experiences beyond Suite 101 include publishing articles in:

* Science Scope - middle school science journal by National Science Teachers Association

* The Science Teacher - high school science journal by National Science Teachers Association

* Journal of Computing in Teacher Education - research journal by International Society for Technology in Education

* The Columbus Dispatch - Columbus Parenting Magazine- College Guide

* The book How to Weave the Web into K-8 Science published by National Science Teachers Association

* Chapter 10 Technology Transforms the Game of Science Education in an edited book by Jeffery Weld, published by Allyn Bacon

* The books Energy, Machines, and Motion - teacher and student editions published by National Academy of Sciences and National Science Resources Center of Smithsonian Institution - contributing writer/developer.

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At 5:23am on September 7, 2010, Giuditta Assandri said…
HI! I'm a italian student and I'm writin gmy thesis about informal learning.can you fill out my survey? you spend only 5 minutes! thanks
 
 
 

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