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Education: Webinar Clips and Resources by Scientist/Educator

Ted Taylor
Ted Taylor
High School Educator
Bangor High School

Ted Taylor teaches Earth Science, Chemistry and Environmental Studies at Bangor High School in Bangor, Maine. He is a Professional Maine Geologist and holds a B.A. degree from Colby College and an M.S. degree from Lehigh University, both in Geology, and a Maine Teaching Certificate with a Physical Science endorsement. He focuses on teaching the scientific process through inquiry and real-world applications.
Distribution of sunlight on earth
Atmosphere and the Ocean (00:02:26)  Analyzing and Interpreting Data Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions Engaging in Argument From Evidence 
Ted Taylor, a high school earth sciences teacher at Bangor High School, discusses how to get more ocean science topics into the classroom.
Lab setup for quantifying density and specific gravity
Bringing the Topic of Specific Gravity Into the Classroom (00:03:16)  Asking Questions and Defining Problems Analyzing and Interpreting Data Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 
Ted Taylor, a high school earth sciences teacher at Bangor High School, presents a host of educational resources and activities that educators can make use of to enhance their own curriculum.
pH solutions
Connecting Topics with Ocean Acidification (00:05:25)  Asking Questions and Defining Problems Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 
Ted Taylor, an earth science teacher at Bangor High School, has his students work through a series of laboratory activities centered around ocean acidification.
Global ocean currents
Teaching High Schoolers About Ocean Currents and Heat Capacity (00:05:09)  Developing and Using Models Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 
Ted Taylor, a high school earth sciences teacher at Bangor High School, walks through a concept map aimed at presenting ways he has incorporated ocean science topics into his classroom.