Experiential Learning: Teaching Science Through National Park Adventures with OutSCIder founder Chris Anderson
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- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OutSCIderClassroom
- Website & Instructional Materials for teachers: https://www.outscider.org/instructional-resources
Chris Anderson is the host and executive producer of OutSCIder Classroom, a video series that teaches science, history, and environmental science concepts through our National Parks. Originally from Elyria, Ohio, Chris began his career teaching science at Princeton High School, where he honed his passion for inspiring curiosity in young people. Since then, he has worked as an instructional coach for Hamilton County Education Service Center, working with K-12 science teachers across schools in Southwest Ohio.
Chris came up with the idea for OutSCIder Classroom by combining his joy in teaching science and his love of the outdoors. The project began in 2021 and has featured nearly 20 national parks, produced almost 100 videos for the web, and is preparing for its PBS broadcast debut on Cincinnati Educational Television (CET). In addition to education videos, OutSCIder Classroom provides teachers with free, high-quality instructional materials that align the parks with learning standards, getting students engaged with science and STEM while connecting them to our public lands.
Outside his work in science education, Chris enjoys running, hiking, and doing the crossword with his partner, Mary Ellen, usually on their front porch.
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