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"The best answer to the question, 'What is the most effective method of teaching?' is that it depends on the goal, the students, the content, and the teacher. But the next best answer is students teaching other students? (Wilbert McKeachie)

My philosophy of education is based on the idea that the primary goal of an education for our students is to help them to learn how to think critically, how to ask the important questions, and how to answer those questions. One way of fostering this is to use scientific inquiry in the lessons that you teach.

Dr. Arlie Petters (Belizean Born Professor of Mathematics, Physics and Business Administration, Duke University)
A great mentor, and role model for many Belizean students. Also see Petters Research Institute Belize.

(Blythewood Middle School, Columbia SC)

I am particularly interested in promoting and incorporating marine sciences into K-12 curriculum. Coral reefs and a host of other ecosystems are under tremendous stress from
natural and anthropogenic causes. If we are to ensure that future generations enjoy and appreciate these natural wonders then it is significantly important that we educate them
as early as possible.

In an effort to contribute to this effort I have volunteered in various capacities. These include:

setting up touch tanks in local schools
participating in GK-12 Fellowship Program
mentoring students at all educational levels
volunteering at science fairs at local schools
assisting local teachers with environmental clubs
participating in beach and river clean-up campaigns
volunteering as a science judge for the National Ocean Science bowl (South Carolina/Georgia Regional)

Lesson Plans

Helmuth Lab K-12 Lesson Plans
Karl's Scientific Inquiry GK-12 Lesson Plans (Coming Soon)