Advanced Arduino Coding: Make a Talking Arduino

With over 30 years of experience teaching middle and high school science in private schools, I am passionate about making science come alive for my students. I hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in chemistry, as well as a secondary chemistry education teaching certificate from the state of Ohio. As an Outschool teacher since 2020, my course offerings include classes in Arduino coding, science experiments, and private chemistry and Arduino tutoring.  

In the classroom, I have taught a wide range of subjects, including chemistry, engineering, earth science, life science, forensic science, biology, and health. I love helping students discover the excitement of scientific exploration. 

My teaching style is hands-on and interactive. I believe that students learn best when they are actively engaged, experimenting, and connecting new ideas to what they already know. In my classes, you can expect to roll up your sleeves and dive into experiments—often using everyday materials you can find at home! I always start by introducing the topic and finding out what my students already know, then jump into the experiment together and discuss the science behind what is observed.

In my Arduino coding classes, students learn the basics of programming microcontrollers. We explore how to write code that reads input from sensors and sends output to actuators, and I guide students step-by-step through wiring and coding so they can eventually invent their own projects

Outside the classroom, I am an enthusiastic amateur photographer—I love capturing moments with my grandchildren, my dog, and wildlife. My hobbies also include scrapbooking, glass fusion, and tinkering with my Arduino and 3D printer to create new inventions. I look forward to sharing my love of science, technology, and creativity with you!