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PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS

    Science education, teaching, and technology. Use of technology to improve instruction and maximize learning. Design, development, and administration of computational tools, resources (databases), Internet information systems (Web servers, Wiki, course management), and in-house supported science applications. Design and instruction of training programs, and writing reference and instructional material. Grant writing to secure funding for programs and resources.

EDUCATION

    2000, Ph.D., Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Major: Instructional Technology. Dissertation: Analysis of Learning at an Advanced Placement Descriptive Chemistry Web Site

    1996, M.Ed. Degree, Curriculum & Instruction, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Minor: Biochemistry.

    1991, B.S. Degree, Education, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Dean's Distinction. Certification: Natural Sciences, 9-12; Chemistry, 9-12.

APPOINTMENTS & EMPLOYMENT - [ Top ]

    2001-Present
    UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA LAS VEGAS, Las Vegas, Nevada
    Associate Professor of Science Education and Technology
    Associate Director - Center for Mathematics and Science Education
    Promoted with Tenure, 2007
    Learning & Technology PhD Program Faculty
    Hold Graduate Faculty Status in the Departments of: Chemistry, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Psychology & Environmental Science

    1999-2001
    UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN, Lincoln, Nebraska
    Research Assistant Professor
    Develop and implement web based graduate chemistry instruction in education. NSF funded project (ESI-9819377) provides for development of graduate chemistry-education courses which include Web-based testing and instruction.

    1992-1999
    SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL, Lincoln, Nebraska
    Chemistry Instructor
    Provide instruction to diverse high school population. Develop and implement microscale Chemistry laboratories. Incorporate calculator-based and computer-based laboratory instruction. Sponsor numerous academic clubs. Coach state champion Science Olympiad team and Track and Field Team. Information Technology (IT) consultant. Responsible for the development of school Internet information resources.

LABORATORY EXPERIENCES - [ Top ]

    1995-96
    RESEARCH CORPORATION, Tucson Arizona
    Partners In Science Fellow
    Funding for professional partnership with Dr. Ruma Banerjee, University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Responsible for enzyme kinetic studies for mammalian methionine synthase.

    1994
    OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY, Oak Ridge Tennessee
    Teacher Research Associate Fellow
    Research partner in Biochemistry laboratory studying intercellular communication. Project involved augmentation and analysis of cells using sterile technique and compound light microscope.

    1993
    UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN, Lincoln Nebraska
    Department of Biochemistry
    Summer Faculty Fellow
    Research lab assistant. Responsible for extraction and purification of mammalian methionine synthase from pig liver. Performed initial kinetic studies for porcine hepatic methionine synthase.

    1990-1991
    DEPARTMENT OF ENTOMOLOGY, Lincoln, Nebraska
    Lab Assistant
    Performed daily laboratory measurements for research projects. Responsible for maintenance and data entry for national pest database.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION - [ Top ]

    2005, Recipient, Outstanding Faculty Research Award, UNLV College of Education

    2002 & 2004, Nominee, Distinguished New Faculty Member, UNLV College of Education

    2003, Apple Distinguished Educator, Apple Computer

    2003, Nominee, Distinguished Service Award, UNLV College of Education

    1998, Recipient, Tandy Technology Scholars Outstanding Teacher of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science, Regional Winner

    1997, Recipient, Tandy Technology Scholars Outstanding Teacher of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science, Regional Winner

    1995-96, Recipient/Participant, Nebraska Water Project, Interdisciplinary state wide model to study water, water resources and water impacts on Nebraska.

    1995-96, Recipient/Participant, NMSI PEERS Academy, Interdisciplinary math and science program to foster cooperation and development of instruction integrating disciplines.

    1994, Recipient/Participant, Nebraska Radon Project, Interdisciplinary state wide model to study radon, and provide student generated data for state database.

SERVICE AND MISCELLANEOUS SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES - [ Top ]

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS - [ Top ]

    2001-2005; 2008-present, Doctoral Studies Committee, Department

    2006-present, Science Content Area Coordinator, Department

    2008-2009, Committee on the Culture of Teaching and Learning (CCTL), University-Provost Appointment

    2006-2008, Science Proficiency Committee, State of Nevada

    2006-2008, Masters Committee, Department

    2002-2008, College Technology Committee (TECOM), College-Dean's Appointment, Chair-2005-2008

    2005, Science Standards Revision Committee, State of Nevada

    2004-2005, Science Education Committee, University

    2002-2005, Learning & Technology PhD Program Sub-Committee, Intradepartmental

    2004-2005, Secondary Education Committee, Department

    2004, Chair's Advisory Committee, Department

    2003-2004, Chemistry Faculty Search Committee, University

    2003, 2005, 2006, Science Education Faculty Search Committee, Department

    2001-2003, Math-Science-Technology Committee, Department

    2002-2003, Learning & Technology PhD Program Web Coordinator, Intradepartmental

    2002-2003, Unit Assessment Committee, College-Dean's Appointment

    2001, Science Education Faculty Search Committee, Department-Co Chair

COURSES TAUGHT (*-Distance Education, #-Original Developer) - [ Top ]

    CIG 777 - PhD - Principles of Learning Science#

    CIG788 - PhD - Designing Electronic Science Learning Environments#

    CIS 707 - MEd - Topics in Teaching of Secondary Subjects: Patterns and Reasoning#

    CIS 707 - MEd - Topics in Teaching Secondary Subjects: Models and Modeling#

    CIS 707 - MEd - Topics in Teaching Secondary Subjects: Self-Regulated Learning in Science#

    CIS 707 - MEd - Topics in Teaching Secondary Subjects: Conceptual Change in Science#

    CIS 707 - MEd - Topics in Teaching Secondary Subjects: Nature of Science

    CIG 717 - MEd - Seminar in Science Education

    CIG 600 - MEd - Topics in Teacher Education: Classroom Inquiry#

    CIE 737 – MEd - Applications of Technology for K-8 Science#

    CIS 728/738 - MEd - Applications of Technology for Secondary Mathematics/Science

    CIT 707 - MEd - The Internet for Educators*

    CIT 709 - MEd - Current Technology as Mindtools for Education#

    ICS 712 - MEd - Special Topics in Secondary Science: Physical Science#

    ICG 755 - MEd - Survey of Computers in Secondary Education

DISSERTATIONS MENTORED - [ Top ]

    Kirk, K. (2008). Performance, Perception and Choice of Animated Pedagogical Agent. Unpublished Doctoral Dissertation, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada.

    Biesinger, K. D. (2008). The Effects of Feedback Protocol And Learning Environment Perceptions On Self-Regulated Learning. Unpublished Doctoral Dissertation, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada.

    Archambault, L. M. (2008). The Characteristics, Knowledge, and Preparation Levels of K-12 Online Distance Educators in the United States. Unpublished Doctoral Dissertation, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada.

FUNDED GRANT PROJECTS - [ Top ]

    2009-2014, DoDEA Virtual School Project. US Department of Defense Educational Activity, $10,300,000, Science Subject Matter Expert.

    2009, Losing the Lake: Promoting Sustainability Awareness through Educational Computer-Simulations of Lake Mead Water Levels and Water Supply to the Las Vegas Valley. Nevada EPSCoR via the National Science Foundation (EPS-0814372), Climate Change Interdisciplinary Science Teams, $199,300, Co-Principal Investigator.

    2009, Cyberinfrastructure Development for the Western Consortium of Idaho, Nevada, and New Mexico, National Science Foundation - EPSCoR Track 2 Research Infrastructure Improvement (RII) (EPS-0919123) , $6,000,000, Nevada Cyberlearning Lead.

    2008 - 2013, Highly Qualified, High Quality (HQ2) Special Educators, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, $500,000, Senior Research Associate.

    2008 - 2011, Project MIST (Mathematics Integrated with Science using Technology), Nevada Math and Science Partnership Program (MSP), $860,000, Co-Principal Investigator, Initial.

    2005 - 2008, Project PASS (Proficiency AND Success in Science), Nevada Math and Science Partnership Program (MSP), $839,000, Co-Principal Investigator.

    2005, Planning a School of Mathematics and Science Education, UNLV Planning Initiative Award, $29,417, Co-Principal Investigator.

    2005, Transforming Middle School Science Achievement using Instructional Technology (Project iSAT), Nevada Collaborative Teaching Improvement Program (NeCoTIP), $113,724, Principal Investigator.

    2003, Training and Supplies to Support Math-Science Instruction with Wireless Curriculum Carts, Project THREAD mini-grant (PT3), $5,000, Principal Investigator.

    2002, Web-based Assessments for Organic Chemistry. UNLV Chemistry Department and College of Sciences, $1,600, Co-Principal Investigator.

    2002, Web-based Worked Examples for Introductory Chemistry, UNLV New Investigator Award, $7,930, Principal Investigator.

    2001, Palm Computers as Learning Devices for High School Chemistry, Palm Education Pioneers (PEP), $10,000, Co-Principal Investigator.

    1996, Investigating Chemical Energy with Portable Technologies, NMSI/DEO, $2,000, Principal Investigator.

    1995, Investigating Chemical Energy with Portable Technologies, NMSI/DEO, $2,000, Principal Investigator.

Other Noteworthy Recent Proposals

    2009, From the Library to Learning: The Educational Impact of the NSDL for Science Online in Grades K-12, National Science Foundation-DUE-National STEM Education Distributed Learning (NSDL), Principal Investigator, Initial, $499,000, Pending

    2008, Disability-Accessible Haptic Feedback Constructs: Interpreting Scientific Inscriptions in Texts, National Science Foundation-HRD-Research in Disabilities Education, Co-Principal Investigator, Initial, $199,000, Pending.

    2008, Haptic Interface for Data Graphics in STEM Education for Students with Disabilities, US Dept of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (Stepping Stones of Technology), Co-Principal Investigator, Initial, $399,000, Not Funded.

PUBLICATIONS - [ Top ]

    Commissioned Research and Technical Reports

    Shepperson, T. L., Thornton, W., Crippen, K. J., Hill, G., & Usinger, J. (2007). Evaluation of Educational Technology in Nevada. Carson City, NV: Nevada Legislative Bureau of Educational Accountability and Program Evaluation. (invited)
    Foy, M., & Crippen, K. J. (2005). Clark county middle school science leadership cadre (Program Evaluation): Curriculum and Professional Development Division, Clark County Public Schools. (invited)
    Shepperson, T. L., Thornton, W., Crippen, K. J., & Tamol, E. (2005). Evaluation of pilot programs that demonstrate best practices for the use of educational technology to improve instruction and increase the academic achievement of pupils. Carson City, NV: Nevada Legislative Bureau of Educational Accountability and Program Evaluation. (invited)

    Books, Book Chapters & Edited Volumes

    Biesenger, K. D., & Crippen, K. J. (in press). Designing and Delivering Technology Integration to Engage Students. In J. Yamamoto, R. Lombard, J. Kush & J. Hertzog (Eds.), Technology Implementation and Teacher Education: Reflective Models: IGI Global. (invited)
    Ebert, E. K., Crippen, K. J., Kern, C., Reichenbach, R., & Waldman, C. A. (2009). Learning Science with Inquiry in the Clark County School District. In R. E. Yager (Ed.), Inquiry: The Key to Exemplary Science (Vol. 6): NSTA Press. (invited)
    Brooks, D. W., & Crippen, K. J. (2006). Web-based practice and assessment systems in science. In J. J. Mintzes & W. H. Leonard (Eds.), Handbook of college science teaching: Theory, research, and practice: NSTA Press. (invited)
    Kumar, D. D., & Crippen, K. J. (Eds.). (2005). Journal of Science Education and Technology: Special Issue - Science Education in Review (Vol. 14.2): Springer Science & Business Media B.V. (invited)
    Crippen, K. J. (2001). Calculator Based Labs for use with Graphing Calculators, Probes, and Computers. In N. Gray-Wilson (Ed.), Holt Science and Technology. Austin, TX: Holt, Rienhart and Winston. (invited)

    Refereed Journal Articles

    Crippen, K. J., & Sangueza, C. R. (under review). The utility of interaction analysis for generalizing characteristics of science classrooms. Journal of Science Teacher Education
    Biesenger, K. D., & Crippen, K. J., (accepted). The effects of feedback protocol on self regulated learning in a Web-based worked example learning environment. Computers & Education.
    Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (accepted). Teaching with external representations: The case of a common energy level diagram in chemistry. Journal of College Science Teaching.
    Ebert, E. K., & Crippen, K. J. (in press). Applying a Cognitive-Affective Model of Conceptual Change to Professional Development. Journal of Science Teacher Education
    Crippen, K. J., Biesenger, K. D., & Ebert, E. E. (in press - iFirst). Using Professional Development to Achieve Classroom Reform and Science Proficiency: An Urban Success Story from Southern Nevada. Professional Development in Education.
    Crippen, K. J., Biesinger, K. D., Muis, K. R., & Orgill, M. (2009). The Role of Goal Orientation and Self-Efficacy in Learning from Web-based Worked Examples. Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 20(4), 385-403.
    Archambault, L. M., & Crippen, K. J. (2009). K-12 Distance Educators at Work: Who’s Teaching Online Across the United States. Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 41(4), 363-391.
    Archambault, L. M., & Crippen, K. J. (2009). Examining TPACK Among K-12 Online Distance Educators in the United States. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education: General 9(1).
    Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (2009). What's so big about being small? The interdisciplinary opportunity of nanoscience. The Science Teacher, 76(February), 41-48.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2009). Applying cognitive theory to chemistry instruction: The case for worked examples. Chemical Education Research and Practice, 10(1), 35-41.
    Waldman, C. A., & Crippen, K. J. (2009). Integrating interactive notebooks: A daily learning cycle to empower students for science. The Science Teacher, 76(January), 51-55.
    Biesinger, K. D., Crippen, K. J., & Muis, K. (2008). The Impact of Block Scheduling on Student Motivation and Classroom Practice in Mathematics. NASSP Bulletin, 92(3), 191-208.
    Kern, C., & Crippen, K. J. (2008). Mapping for Conceptual Change. The Science Teacher. 75(September), 32-38.
    Kang, N., Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (2008). Understanding Teachers' Conceptions of Classroom Inquiry with a Teaching Scenario Survey Instrument.The Journal of Science Teacher Education, 19(4), 337-354.
    Biesinger, K. D., & Crippen, K. J. (2008). The Impact of an Online Remediation Site on Performance Related to High School Mathematics Proficiency. Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 27(1), 5-17.

    Brooks, D. W., Markwell, J. P., Langell, M. A., Emry, R., Crippen, K. J., Abuloum, A., et al. (2007). Web-based pedagogical coursework for high school chemistry teachers.Journal of Chemical Education, 84(11), 1861-1865.

    Archambault, L., & Crippen, K. J. (2007). The sites teachers choose: A gauge of classroom web use. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education (CITE Journal), 7(2), 59-74.
    Crippen, K. J., & Earl, B. L. (2007). The impact of Web-based worked examples and self-explanation on performance, problem solving, and self-efficacy. Computers & Education, 49(3), 809-821.
    Schraw, G., Crippen, K. J., & Hartley, K. D. (2006). Promoting self-regulation in science education: Metacognition as part of a broader perspective on learning. Research in Science Education, 36(1-2), 111-139. (invited)
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2005). The AP descriptive chemistry question: Student errors. Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 24(4), 357-366.
    Kumar, D. D., & Crippen, K. J. (2005). Science education in review: Response to the Secretary's Summit of 2004. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 14(2), 143-145. (invited)
    Brooks, D. W., Schraw, G. P., & Crippen, K. J. (2005). Performance-related feedback: The hallmark of good instruction. Journal of Chemical Education, 82(4), 641-644.
    Schraw, G., Brooks, D. W., & Crippen, K. J. (2005). Improving chemistry teaching using an interactive compensatory model of learning. Journal of Chemical Education, 82(4), 637-640.
    Crippen, K. J., Archambault, L., Ford, M. S., & Levitt, G. A. (2004). Curriculum carts and collaboration: A model for training science teachers. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 13(3), 325-331.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2004). A descriptive analysis of a chemistry teacher's web site. ERIC Digest, ED481938. (ED481938.pdf)
    Crippen, K. J., & Earl, B. L. (2004). Considering the Efficacy of Web-based Worked Examples In Introductory Chemistry. Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 23(2), 151-167.
    Sautter, A., Brooks, D. W., & Crippen, K. J. (2004). Assessing students in on-line courses. International Journal on E-Learning, 3(2), 28-31.
    Crippen, K. J. (2003). Rethinking course assessment: Creating accountability with Web-based tools. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 12(4), 431-438.
    Crippen, K. J. (2003). An integrated mathematical approach to presenting temperature scales via demonstration. The Chemical Educator, 8(2), 151-154.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2002). An analysis of student learning at a testing web site emphasizing descriptive chemistry. Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 21(2), 183-201.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2001). Teaching Advanced Placement descriptive chemistry: Suggestions from a testing web site. The Chemical Educator, 6(5), 266-271.
    Brooks, D. W., & Crippen, K. J. (2001). Learning difficult content using the web: Strategies make a difference. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 10(4), 283-285.
    Zielinski, T. J., Brooks, D. W., Crippen, K. J., & March, J. (2001). Time and teaching. Journal of Chemical Education, 78(6), 714-715.
    Crippen, K. J., Curtright, R. D., & Brooks, D. W. (2000). Mole mapping: Using a graphing calculator as a tool for solving mole problems. The Science Teacher, 67(7), 36-39.
    Crippen, K. J., Brooks, D. W., & Abuloum, A. (2000). A web-site supporting the AP descriptive chemistry question. Journal of Chemical Education, 77(8), 1087-1088.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2000). Using personal digital assistants in clinical supervision of student teachers. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 9(3), 207-211.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (1999). From classroom to homepage. The Science Teacher, 66(9), 41-50.
    Crippen, K. J., Steen, K., Zabawa, A., & Brooks, D. W. (1999). Designing web pages for students and parents. Hypernexus, 9(2-3), 29-34.
    Crippen, K. J., & Curtright, R. D. (1998). Modeling nuclear decay: A point of integration between chemistry and mathematics. Journal of Chemical Education, 75(11), 1434-1436.
    Chen, Z., Crippen, K. J., Gulati, S., & Banerjee, R. (1994). Purification and kinetic mechanism of a mammalian methionine synthase from pig liver. Journal of Biochemistry, 269(44), 27193-27197.
    Crippen, K. J., & Curtright, R. D. (1992). Finding the elements of human periodicity. The Science Teacher, 59(7), 46.

    Refereed Conference Proceedings

    Crippen, K. J. (2009). The impact of an argue to learn professional development experience on teacher content knowledge and beliefs about science. Proceedings of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching (NARST) Annual Meeting, Garden Grove, CA.
    Crippen, K. J. (2008). The translation of motivation for teaching science to classroom practice in a large-scale professional development project. Proceedings of the Association of Science Teacher Education (ASTE) National Conference, St. Louis, MO. (KJC_ASTE2008.pdf)
    Archambault, L.M., Crippen, K.J., & Lukemeyer, A. (2007). The Impact of U.S. National and State Level Policy on the Nature and Scope of K-12 Virtual Schooling, Proceedings of World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (pp. 2185-2193). Québec City, Québec: AACE.
    Crippen, K. J., Biesinger, K. D., & Orgill, M. (2007, 4/6). Achievement goal orientation as a predictor for learning in an online environment for undergraduate chemistry. Proceedings of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching (NARST) Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA.
    Archambault, L. & Crippen, K. (2006). The Preparation and Perspective of Online K-12 Teachers in Nevada. In T. Reeves & S. Yamashita (Eds.), Proceedings of World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (pp. 1836-1841). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
    Kang, N., Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (2006, 4/6). A tool for identifying teachers' conceptions of inquiry teaching: Responding to teaching scenarios. Proceedings of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching (NARST) Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA.
    Archambault, L. M., & Crippen, K. J. (2005). Teachers’ favorite websites as an indicator of classroom web use, Proceedings of World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (pp. 1883-1888). Norfolk, VA: AACE.

    Non-Refereed Journal Articles

    Hansen, J., Curtright, R. D., Brooks, D. W., & Crippen, K. J. (2006). Feedback at your fingertips. Learning and Leading with Technology, 34(1), 33.
    Hansen, J., Curtright, R. D., Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2006). Handhelds as electronic notebooks. Learning and Leading with Technology, 33(8), 36.
    Brooks, D. W., Brooks, H. B., Abuloum, A., Crippen, K. J., & Markwell, J. (2003). A system for delivering Web-based courses emphasizing automatic assessment. Computers in Chemical Education Newsletter, Fall.
    Crippen, K. J., & Brooks, D. W. (2002). Using Personal Digital Assistants in Clinical Supervision of Student Teachers. In J. J. Hirschbuhl & D. Bishop (Eds.), Annual Editions: Computers in Education (Vol. 10, pp. 117-119). Guilford, CT: McGraw-Hill/Dushkin. (reprint)
    Crippen, K. J. (1997). Data analysis with the Texas Instruments TI-83 graphing calculator. 80-Something (Fall).
    Crippen, K. J., Mann, R., & Brooks, D. W. (1997). Titration curves: A point of integration with chemistry and mathematics. 80-Something (Spring).

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS - [ Top ]

    Refereed

    2009, Crippen, K. J. (2009, 4/19). The Impact of an Argue to Learn Professional Development Experience on Teacher Content Knowledge and Beliefs about Science. Paper presented at the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST) Annual Conference, Garden Grove, CA.
    2009, Archambault, L., & Crippen, K. J. (2009, 4/15). Who's at the Keyboard? A Description of K-12 Online Teachers in the United States. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) National Conference, San Diego, CA.
    2009, Crippen, K. J., & Orgill, M. (3/22). Nano ideas to macro inclusion: High school teachers learn about nanoscience and articulate its integration. Paper presented at the 237th American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting, Salt Lake City, UT.
    2009, Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (3/22). What's so big about being small? The interdisciplinary opportunities of nanoscience. Paper presented at the 237th American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting, Salt Lake City, UT.
    2009, Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (3/22). Students' interpretations and use of an energy diagram showing electron transitions: Examining a common external representation. Poster presented at the 237th American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting, Salt Lake City, UT.
    2008, Asay, L. D., Bailey, J., Crippen, K. J., Doughty, L., Ebert, E. K., Holt, S., et al. (3/28). Project PASS action research poster session: Inquiry, conceptual change and self-regulated learning. Paper presented at the National Science Teachers (NSTA) Conference, Boston, MA.
    2008, Asay, L. D., Bailey, J., Crippen, K. J., Doughty, L., Ebert, E. K., Holt, S., et al. (3/28). Researching the role of scientific argumentation in the classroom. Paper presented at the National Science Teachers (NSTA) Conference, Boston, MA.
    2008, Asay, L. D., Bailey, J., Crippen, K. J., Doughty, L., Ebert, E. K., Holt, S., et al. (3/28). Using action research data to inform instruction: a tale of data sense making. Paper presented at the National Science Teachers (NSTA) Conference, Boston, MA.
    2008, Crippen, K. J. (1/12). The Translation of Motivation for Science Teaching to Classroom Practice in a Large Scale Professional Development Project. Paper presented at the Association of Science Teacher Educators (ASTE) Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO.
    2008, Bailey, J. M., Crippen, K. J., Sangueza, C., & Ebert, E. (1/12). Project PASS: Researching Outcomes of a Long-Term Model for Science Teacher Professional Development. Paper set presented at the Association of Science Teacher Educators (ASTE) Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO.
    2007, Archambault, L. M., Crippen, K. J., & Lukemeyer, A. (10/15). The Impact of U.S. National and State Level Policy on the Nature and Scope of K-12 Virtual Schooling. Paper presented at the World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (E-Learn), Quebec City, Canada.
    2007, Crippen, K. J., Biesenger, K. D., & Orgill, M. (4/16). Achievement goal orientation as a predictor for learning in an online environment for undergraduate chemistry, Paper presented at the National Association of Research in Science Teaching (NARST) Annual Meeting. New Orleans, LA.
    2007, Crippen, K. J., Asay, L., Ebert, E., Orgill, M., Thomas, M., Bailey, J. M., et al. (3/30). Project PASS action research results, Paper presented at the National Science Teachers Conference (NSTA). St. Louis, MO.
    2006, Archambault, L., & Crippen, K. J. (10/14). The preparation and perspective of online k-12 teachers in Nevada. Poster presented at the World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (E-Learn), Honolulu, Hawaii.
    2006, Kang, N., Orgill, M., & Crippen, K. J. (4/6). A tool for indentifying teachers' conceptions of inquiry teaching: Responding to teaching scenarios. Paper presented at the National Association of Research in Science Teaching (NARST) Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA.
    2006, Asay, L., Ebert, E., Rolle, L., & Crippen, K. J. (4/9). Project PASS: A Nevada MSP success story. Paper presented at the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) National Conference, Anaheim, CA.
    2006, Earl, B. L., Biesenger, K. D., & Crippen, K. J. Student use of web-based materials in general chemistry: What are they using and what does it mean for instruction? Paper presented at the Western Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS), Anaheim, CA.
    2005, Archambault, L. M., & Crippen, K. J. (10/27). Teachers’ favorite websites as an indicator of classroom web use, Poster presented at the World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (E-Learn). Vancouver, Canada.
    2005, Earl, B. L., Crippen, K. J., & Biesenger. (8/29). Student use of web-based materials in general chemistry: What are they using and what does it mean for instruction? Paper presented at the National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS), Washington, D.C.
    2005, Crippen, K. J., & Earl, B. (6/29). Improving student self-regulation with a web-based assessment system. Paper presented at the Gordon Research Conference on Chemical Education, New London, CT.
    2004, Cantrell, P., Ewing-Taylor, J., Crippen, K. J., Smith, K. D., & Snelson, C. M. (December 13-17). Teacher Directed Design: Content Knowledge, Pedagogy and Assessment under the Nevada K-12 Real-Time Seismic Network. Paper presented at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting, San Francisco, CA.
    2004, Earl, B. L., & Crippen, K. J. (10/29). Assessing the Efficacy of Web-based Worked Examples in General Chemistry. Paper presented at the American Chemical Society (ACS) Western Regional Meeting, Sacramento, CA.
    2004, Earl, B. L., & Crippen, K. J. (1/6). Improving Student Performance Through Web-based Worked Examples. Poster presented at the Gordon Research Conference: Chemistry Education Research & Practice, Ventura, CA.
    2003, Crippen, K. J., & Earl, B. Improving Student Performance with Web-based Worked Examples. Paper presented at the Southwest Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS), Oklahoma City, OK. (invited)
    2003, Earl, B., & Crippen, K. J. . The Efficacy of Web-Based Worked Examples in General Chemistry. Paper presented at the Western Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS), Long Beach, CA.
    2003, Speer, B., Shih, J., Govett, A., Crippen, K., & Hernon, C. Integrating Mathematics and Science Methods -- We're in This Together. Paper presented at the Research Council on Mathematics Learning (RCML) Annual Conference, Tempe, AZ.
    2002, Earl, B. L. and Crippen, K. J. Web-based Worked Examples and Student Performance in General Chemistry. American Chemical Society (ACS) Southwest Regional Meeting, Austin, TX.
    2002, Earl, B. L. and Crippen, K. J. Web-based Worked Examples and Student Performance in General Chemistry. 224th American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting, Boston, MA.
    2002, Crippen, K. J., and Earl, B. L. The Impact of Web-based Worked Examples on Student Performance in Introductory Chemistry. Biennial Conference on Chemical Education (BCCE), Bellingham, WA.
    2001, Crippen, K. J., and Brooks, D. W. Descriptive Chemistry for AP on the Web. Paper presented at the Chemical Education Conference (CHEM-ED), York University, Toronto, Canada.
    2001, Brooks, D. W., and Crippen, K. J. Web Courses for Chemistry Teachers. Paper presented at the Chemical Education Conference (CHEM-ED), York University, Toronto, Canada.
    2000, Brooks, D. W. and Crippen, K. J. Web Courses for High School Chemistry Teachers. Biennial Conference on Chemical Education (BCCE), Ann Arbor, MI.
    1999, Brooks, D. W. and Crippen, K. J. Web Courses for High School Chemistry Teachers. Chemical Education Conference (CHEM-ED), Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT.
    1996, Gulati, S., Baker, P., Crippen, K., Brody, L., Rosenblatt, D. and Banerjee, R. V. Activity and Regulation of Methionine Synthase in Cell Culture. FASEB Summer Research Conference, Saxton's River, VT.

    Non-Refereed (i-invited, r-reprint)

    2004, Crippen, K. J. Getting Published: A Panel Discussion with Editors from Key Journals. Representing the Journal of Science Education and Technology. Paper presented at the 18th. Biennial Conference on Chemical Education (BCCE), Ames, IA. (invited)
    2004, Crippen, K. J. Vernier's Logger Pro: eScience Lab Reports. Paper presented at the 21st Century Classroom Conference, CCSD-Las Vegas, NV.
    2002, Crippen, K. J. Palm Computer Applications for High School Chemistry. Nevada Technology Leadership Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
    2002, Stave, K. and Crippen, K. J. A Systems Dynamics Approach to Investigating the Water Problem in Las Vegas. Clark County School District Summer Conference for Science Teachers, Las Vegas, NV.
    2000, Brooks, D. W. and Crippen, K. J. Web Courses for High School Chemistry Teachers. Technology and Assessment Conference, Crete, NE, Educational Service Units 4, 5, 6.
    1999, Brooks, D. W. and Crippen, K. J. Web Courses for High School Chemistry Teachers. Nebraska Association for Teachers of Science Fall Conference, Fremont, NE.
    1996, Crippen, K. Science and Math Investigations with Texas Instruments Calculators and The Calculator Based Laboratory. Nebraska Association of Teachers in Math Fall Conference, Seward, NE.
    1994, Crippen, K. Surviving the First Year Teaching Science. Nebraska Association for Teachers of Science Fall Conference, Fremont, NE. (invited)
    1993, Crippen, K., Emry, R. and Curtright, B. The UNL Summer Faculty Fellowship. Nebraska Association for Teachers of Science Fall Conference, Fremont, NE.
    1992, Crippen, K., Curtright, B. and Brooks, D. W. Cooperative Learning in the Chemistry Classroom. Nebraska Association for Teachers of Science Fall Conference, Fremont, NE.

    Invited Workshops

    2001, Crippen, K. J. Using Palm Computers. University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE.
    2000, Crippen, K. Teaching Science with Graphing Calculators, CBL and Vernier's Workbooks. Nebraska Educational Service Unit #7, Columbus, NE.
    1998, Crippen, K. and Curtright, R. Teaching Science with a Graphing Calculator. NMSI Southeast Regional Coalition, Lincoln, NE.
    1997, Crippen, K., Mann, R. and Brooks, D. W. Integrating Science and Mathematics. Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT.
    1997, Crippen, K. pH and Conductometric Titrations with a CBL System. ACT Spring Meeting, Omaha, NE.
    1996, Crippen, K., Mann, R. and Brooks, D. W. Integrating Chemistry and Mathematics. Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT.
    1996, Crippen, K. Texas Instruments Calculators and The Calculator Based Laboratory: Applications for High School Science and Math. NMSI High School PEERS Academy, Lincoln, NE.
    1995, Crippen, K. Texas Instruments Calculators and The Calculator Based Laboratory: Applications for Middle School. NMSI Middle School PEERS Academy, Lincoln, NE.
    1995, Crippen, K. Texas Instruments Calculators and The Calculator Based Laboratory. Educational Service Unit 6, Auburn, NE.
    1995, Crippen, K. Texas Instruments Calculators and The Calculator Based Laboratory. Seward School District, Seward, NE.
    1995, Crippen, K. Texas Instruments Calculators and The Calculator Based Laboratory: Applications for Middle School. School District 66, Omaha NE.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS - [ Top ]

    American Chemical Society Division of Chemical Education (DIVCHED)
    Association for the Advancement of Computers in Education (AACE)
    National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
    American Educational Research Association (AERA)
    National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST)
    Association for Science Teacher Education (ASTE)