Catherine M. Koehler

Education

Ph.D., Curriculum & Instruction: Science Education, University of Connecticut
M.S., Natural Sciences: Earth Science, Central Connecticut State University
Graduate Teaching Certificate, Earth Science, Central Connecticut State University
B.A., Psychology & Biology, Central Connecticut State University

Selected Publications

• Koehler, C., Bloom, M. & Binns, I. (submitted 2011). Developing a Fingerprint to Teach Nature of Science (NOS) through Video Media. International Journal of Science Education.
• Basham, J., Koehler, C.M., Isreal, M. (2012) Creating a STEM Environment for All. (book chapter)
• Breiner, J., Johnson, C., Harkness, S. & Koehler, C. (2011) What is STEM? A systemic approach to define STEM. School Science and Mathematics.

Courses Taught

ED 622E Methods of Teaching Science - Elementary
ED 622S Methods of Teaching Science - Secondary

Research Interests

Dr. Koehler’s research interest is considered systemic reform in science education. This revolves around the notion of alternative methodologies for instructing science in K12 classrooms. Currently, she investigates how the nature of science (NOS) and scientific inquiry (SI) is portrayed in films for science classrooms. She also works in the field of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) education as a means to help students understand how science is conducted. Much of her work is in urban settings and the context of her investigations are situated in magnet schools.