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Sean Nash left a comment for Andrew Carek
"Welcome to The Synapse, Andrew. Thanks for diving in right away! ;) Sean"
May 1, 2010
Andrew Carek added a discussion to the group Science in the City
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Taxonomy?

Having trouble getting students excited/engaged in taxonomic grouping.  I would assume this is difficult with any population of students.  Any great ideas for getting attention, providing relevant real life examples, constructivist learning in this area?
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek commented on Andrew Carek's group Science in the City
"As the only science teacher in a small alternative school, it is difficult for me to brainstorm with other science educators on how to engage our special group of students. I hope that this group can help to connect other people in similar…"
Apr 28, 2010
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Science in the City

For issues concerning the engagement of biology students living in urban environements with a special focus on alternative and at-risk education. A place to discuss and brainstorm ways to make science relevant to an urban culture.See More
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek commented on David Knuffke's group Chemistry Land
"I never really like chemistry until i started teaching it. Now its one of my favorite classes! (after biology of course)."
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek replied to David Knuffke's discussion Good Demos in the group Chemistry Land
"My students love ANY demonstration which involves concentrated acids."
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek joined David Knuffke's group
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Chemistry Land

Are you a Biologist at heart who has somehow found yourself teaching chemistry? This is the group for you.See More
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek joined Erin Nash's group
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Environmental Science

A place to interact and connect with others who are interested in the field of Environmental Science.Image Attributes: Image: 'The Oil Planet'www.flickr.com/photos/18583731@N07/2731049453See More
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek joined Stacy Baker's group
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General Biology

This group is for those who teach introductory biology courses typically taken by high school students their freshman or sophomore year.
Apr 28, 2010
Andrew Carek updated their profile photo
Apr 22, 2010
Andrew Carek is now a member of The Synapse
Apr 20, 2010

Profile Information

My job title/titles:
Science department chair
Favorite course I currently teach & why:
Hard to say... tie between Earth Science and Chemistry.
Interests (away from work):
Fly fishing! golf, outdoors-ey crap, tattoos, iPod touch

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At 11:49am on May 1, 2010, Sean Nash said…
Welcome to The Synapse, Andrew. Thanks for diving in right away!
;)


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