Jeffrey Carver, EdD
Director of STEM Education K-12 Initiatives
Associate Professor
Professional Highlights
- 20 years' experience in the educational field
- Directs STEM Education Initiatives at the College of Applied Human Services
- Research interests focus on the improvement of teaching and learning in the STEM disciplines at all levels (p-20)
Degrees
- Ed.D., Curriculum and Instruction, Illinois State University
- M.S., Chemistry, Northern Illinois University
- B.S., Chemistry, Secondary Education, Illinois State University
Certifications
- WVDE 9-Adult Chemistry
- WVDE 9-Adult Physics
- WVDE 5-9 General Science
- WVDE pK-12 Music
- WVDE Tennis Coach
- NICA Level 3 Mountain Bike Coach
Biographical Sketch
Dr. Carver grew up on a small farm in north central rural Illinois and attended Princeton High School. Upon graduation he attended Illinois State University to study chemistry. He has 31 years of experience in the educational field. He started his career as a high school teacher of chemistry, physics and physical science in rural Illinois towns of Sycamore followed by Minooka. His career then took a shift to teach chemistry and physics at Illinois Valley Community College in north central Illinois. After twelve years, and a completed Masters and Doctorate, he pursued a career in Science Teacher Education at West Virginia University where he is currently employed. His research interests focus on the improvement of teaching and learning in the STEM disciplines at all levels (p-20), particularly in ways that help students connect science to daily living. Current projects include a Neuroscience educational research program for teachers, an Electric Vehicle curriculum development, and a middle school robotics program.