Master of Science in Neurobiology, August 2008
Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan
Courses taken included:
- Neurobiology
- Molecular and Dev. Neurobiology
- Animal behavior
- Biochemistry
- Immunology
- Biophysics
- Issues in Origins and Speciation
Bachelor of Science in Biology/Zoology, May 2003
Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan
Courses taken included:
- Foundations Of Biology
- Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Animal Development
- Systems Physiology
- Ornithology
- Biology of Bacteria
- General Ecology
- General Physics
- Genetics
- Organic Chemistry
- General Chemistry
Science and Math Teacher, 2006 – Present
I’m currently a Science and Math teacher at Great Lakes Adventist Academy, teaching the following courses:
- Biology 1
- Physics
- Geometry
- Algebra 1/2
- Consumer math.
In addition to those classes, I sit on the following committees:
- Academic Standards Committee
- Technology Committee
Head Lab Instructor, September 2002 – 2004
- Supervised Labs for two upper level biology courses – Systems Physiology and Cellular and Molecular Biology.
- Made sure all equipment for labs were in proper working condition and ready for use, in addition to troubleshooting
- Placed all orders for the necessary lab animals, chemicals and equipment.
- Gave pre-lab lectures and conducted review sessions for exams.
- Lectured for the courses whenever the professor was absent.
- Supervised lab instructors
- Graded Labs and Exams
- Provided Tutoring for students
- Designed and Maintained Web site where students can go to obtain lecture notes for numerous biology courses.
Interactive Biology Website
Technology is a tool that can be used to revolutionize education. It’s not a substitute for the high quality educational experiences that should take place in the classroom. However, it can be used to help make that experience more engaging.
Because of these views, I’ve decided to start a website to help students learn complex topics in biology, especially physiology and neurobiology. This is what Interactive Biology is all about. The goal is to Make Biology Fun, using videos, games, and other resources.
For more information about Interactive Biology, visit the following links:
- Go to Interactive Biology
- Check out the Physiology Videos
- Go to my High School Biology 1 Page
References
If you would like to find out more about me by speaking to people I’ve worked for, or with, you may contact any of the following individuals.
John Stout
- Title: Research Professor of Biology
- E-mail: stout@andrews.edu
- Phone: (269) 471-3261
Dr. Gordon Atkins
- Title: Professor of Biology
- E-mail: atkins@andrews.edu
- Phone: (269) 471-3263
Dr. David Steen
- Title: Professor of Biology
- E-mail: steen@andrews.edu
- Phone: (269) 471-3243
Raymond Davis
- Title: Principal
- E-mail: glaa@misda.org
- Phone: (989) 427-2402
Who is Leslie Samuel?
A passionate teacher with a love for all things Biology.