Tag Archives: teaching

Unacceptable (science) education

Posted on September 20, 2014 by Steve Caplan

For some time now I have been a proponent of including researchers – for example, those with a Ph.D. – in teaching science to high school students. While I have no doubt that the inclusion of a motivated and talented … Continue reading →

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Professor

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Steve Caplan

This 4th of July marks almost 10 years of my life in Omaha, Nebraska, and in addition to celebrating Independence Day, I am also personally celebrating my new title: Professor. Well, sort of. Because it’s not exactly a time for … Continue reading →

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BLOG # 100: Professional lecturers–good or bad?

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Steve Caplan

I can’t believe this is my 100th blog! Thanks to everyone at OT for putting up with me! In today’s world of dwindling scientific funding across many parts of the globe, one issue that seems to be more frequently discussed … Continue reading →

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The Plot Thickens

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Steve Caplan

Well yes, it’s true. The plot for my upcoming work-in-progress (AKA-barely started) novel is thickening. No, you read that right, not “sickening,” but “thickening.” But as this all begins to take shape, I find myself coming back from an adrenalin … Continue reading →

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