Overview

Dr. Daniel Bergman (Danny) is a Professor and Program Chair for Middle/Secondary Science Education in the School of Education.

Information

Academic Interests and Expertise
  • Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction, Science Education  concentration May 2007. Iowa State University; Dr. Michael Clough, Major Professor. Dissertation: The effects of two secondary science teacher education program structures on teachers' habits of mind and action
  • M.A. Education Administration, School Principalship (7-12) August 2004. University of Nebraska-Kearney; Dr. James Ossian, Advisor
  • M.A. Curriculum & Instruction, Science Education concentration August 2002University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Dr. Ron Bonnstetter, Advisor
  • B.S. Secondary Science Education May 1999. University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Graduated with High Distinction Endorsements in Physical Science and Chemistry

Previous Certification

  • Nebraska Professional Teaching Certificate Iowa Standard Teaching License. Areas of Endorsement: Physical Science (7-12); Chemistry (7-12)
  • Nebraska Standard Administrative and Supervisory Certificate: 7-12 All Schools
Areas of Teaching Interest

Courses Taught (香港六合彩开奖直播)

CI 270 鈥 Introduction to the Education Profession

CI 427 鈥 Philosophical, Historical, and Ethical Foundations of Education

CI 325 鈥 Instructional Strategies, Assessment, and Management (ISAM): General Methods

CI 425S 鈥 ISAM: Science Methods I

CI 435S 鈥 ISAM: Science Methods II

CI 436S 鈥 ISAM: Science Methods III

CI 458 鈥 Inquiry Based Learning

CI 505 鈥 Science, Technology, and Society

CI 520 鈥 Physical Science in the Elementary Classroom

CI 780S 鈥 Technology in the Science Classroom

香港六合彩开奖直播D 102A 鈥 First-Year Seminar: Superheroes Go to School

Field Experience Supervision and School Placement Coordination (香港六合彩开奖直播)

CI 315 鈥 Core 1 Practicum

CI 426S 鈥 Core 2 Practicum: Science

CI 412S 鈥 Teaching Internship I: Middle Level Science

CI 413S 鈥 Teaching Internship I: Secondary Level Science

CI 461S 鈥 Teaching Internship II: Middle Level Science

CI 471S 鈥 Teaching Internship II: Secondary Level Science

Publications

Publications (peer-reviewed)

Bergman, D.J., & Novacek, G. (2021). Effects of an asynchronous online science methods course on elementary pre-service teachers鈥 science self-efficacy. Contemporary Issues in Technology & Teacher Education, 21(3). Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2021). Spoiler alert! Avoiding hazards to science inquiry and classroom creativity. Science Scope, 45(1), 10-14. Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2020). Pre-service teachers鈥 perceptions of ethical student evaluation practices: Comparing impact of online and face-to-face coursework. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 28(4), 665-689. Available at .  

Bergman, D.J. (2020). Toying with the periodic table: Using everyday items to investigate classification and properties of matter. Science Activities, 57(4), 175-182. Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2019). The 鈥淢arvel鈥-ous nature of science: Using superhero movies to teach methods and values in science. The Science Teacher, 86(9), 20-25.

Bergman, D.J. (2018). Prospective teachers鈥 perceptions of influential teacher qualities. The Advocate, 23(6). Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2018). 鈥淚 think you mean . . .鈥 Potential perils of teacher paraphrasing and alternative responses for student engagement. The Clearing House, 91(4-5), 201-211Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2018). Pre-service teachers鈥 pliable perceptions of ethical practices in student evaluation. Issues in Teacher Education, 27(2), 5-23.

Bergman, D.J. (2017). If the shoe fits, SORT it: Modifying a 鈥渨ell-worn鈥 activity to explore matter classification. Science and Children, 54(8), 45-51.

Bergman, D.J. (2017). Content analysis of science teacher representations in Google Images. Contemporary Issues in Technology & Teacher Education, 17(1). Available at . 

Bergman, D.J. (2016). Puzzle boxes for 3D learning about natural hazards. Science Scope, 40(2), 40-47.

Bergman, D.J. (2015). Comparing the effects of classroom audio-recording and video-recording on pre-service teachers鈥 reflection of practice. The Teacher Educator, 50(2), 127-144. Available at .

Bergman, D.J., & Morphew, J.W. (2015). Effects of a science content course on elementary pre-service teachers鈥 self-efficacy of teaching science. Journal of College Science Teaching, 44(3), 73-81.

Bergman, D.J. (2014). Criminals, scientists, and persistent myths for teaching science. Transactions of the Kansas Academy of Science, 117(3-4), 203-219.

Bergman, D.J., & Morphew, J.W. (2014). Comparing classroom interactive behaviors of science and non-science pre-service teachers. Journal of Classroom Interaction, 49(2), 4-10.

Flores, R., Krutka, D.G., Mason, K., & Bergman, D.J. (2014). From evaluation to collaborative reflection: Teacher candidate perceptions of a digital learner-centered classroom observation form. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 22(4), 401-421.

Krutka, D.G., Bergman, D.J., Flores, R., Mason, K., & Jack, A.R. (2014). Microblogging about teaching: Nurturing participatory cultures through collaborative online reflection with pre-service teachers. Teaching and Teacher Education, 40(1), 83-93.

Bergman, D.J. (2013). Comparing the effects of suburban and urban field placements on teacher candidates鈥 experiences and perceptions of family engagement in middle and high schools. The School Community Journal, 23(2), 87-112.

Bergman, D.J. (2013). Blending language learning with science. The Science Teacher, 80(4), 46-50.

Bergman, D.J. (2013). Pre-service teachers鈥 perceptions about ethical practices in student evaluation. Issues in Teacher Education, 22(1), 29-48.

Yanez, J., Journell, H., & Bergman, D.J. (2012). World population and limited resources: How much have you 鈥渂ean鈥 eating?  Science and Children, 50(1), 32-37.

Bergman, D.J. (2011). Showtime science: Effective use of movies, TV, music, and more to teach force, motion, and machines. Science Scope, 35(4), 40-44.

Bergman, D.J. (2011). Synergistic strategies: Science for ELL is science for ALL. Science Scope, 35(3), 40-44.

Bergman, D.J., & Olson, J.K. (2011). Got inquiry? Science and Children, 48(7), 44-48.

Bergman, D.J. (2010). Vectors on the basketball court. The Science Teacher, 77(3), 66-68.

Bergman, D.J. (2010). Why do we have to do this? Teaching beyond content. The Clearing House, 83(4), 129-132.

Bergman, D.J. (2010). Synergistic teaching of science to English language learners: Common components of model ELL and science instruction.  Research in Science Education鈥擳eaching science with Hispanic ELLs in k-16 classrooms, 101-133.

Bergman, D.J. (2010). Two GREEN thumbs up!  Teaching environmental science with Hollywood movies. The Science Teacher鈥擳hemed Issue: Going Green: Science Teaching and the Environment, 77(2), 57-60.

Bergman, D.J. (2008). Bug talk: A learning module on insect communication.  Science Activities, 45(2), 29-34.

Bergman, D.J. (2005). A penny saved is a penny learned. Iowa Science Teachers Journal, 32(3), 16-22.

Bergman, D.J. (2004). Share the science! Service learning projects. The Science Teacher, 71(5), 38-39.

Dietrich, M., Bender, C.F., Bergman, D.J., Bills, T.E., Bochkarev, N.G., Burenkov, A., Gaskell, C.M., Gutzmer, D.D., Grove, R., Hiller, M.E., Huchra, J.P., Klimek, E.S., Lund, C., Merkulova, N., Pebley, S., Poulsen, M.A., Pronik, V.I., Sergeev, S.G., Sergeeva, Shapovalova, A.I., Vlasyuk, V.V., & Wilkes, B. (2001). A spectroscopic and photometric study of short-timescale variability in NGC 5548. Astronomy & Astrophysics, 371, 79-92.

Publications (editor-reviewed)

Bergman, D.J. (2020). What Zoom reminded me about effective teaching. Ed Prep Matters, American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2020). Secret invasions, lost technology, and 21st Century Learning Skills: How Black Panther saved Wakanda using the 鈥淔our Cs.鈥  In J. Darowski (Ed.), The Ages of the Black Panther (166-181). Jefferson, NC: McFarland & Co., Inc.

Bergman, D.J. (2019). Impulsive students, speedster teachers, and education in the 1990s. In J. Darowski (Ed.), The Ages of the Flash (119-137). Jefferson, NC: McFarland & Co., Inc.

Bergman, D.J. (2016). Meaningful discussions in class discussion boards. Instructional Design & Technology Blog. 香港六合彩开奖直播. Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2015). How do you get better? The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 46(1), 4.

Bergman, D.J. (2015). More myth busting in science education: Are you a tough scientist? The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 46(1), 10-12.

Bergman, D.J. (2015). Kansas Association of Teachers of Science position statement on the Next Generation Science Standards. The Wichita Eagle. Available at .

Bergman, D.J. (2014). Get connected. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 45(4), 4.

Bergman, D.J. (2014). Science teaching myths: Are your students more logical and ready for the next level? The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 45(4), 19-22.

Pokorski, E., Needham, A., & Bergman, D.J. (2014). Examining experimental design with Pop Rocks and MythBusters. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 45(4), 6-10.

Bergman, D.J. (2014). Changes to STEM teacher preparation requirements in Kansas. Association for Science Teacher Education Newsletter, 48(3), 20-22.

Bergman, D.J. (2014). We still graduate more criminals than scientists: Reflecting on reasons for teaching and impact on students. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 45(3), 9-12.

Bergman, D.J. (2014). You are a superhero. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 45(3), 3.

Bergman, D.J. (2014). Teacher-licensure change not in best interest of children, state. The Wichita Eagle. Available at . 

Bergman, D.J. (2013). Timeless teaching for EVERY generation. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 46(3), 10.

Flores, R., Krutka, D.G., Mason, K., & Bergman, D.J. (2013). 鈥淢ore like a conversation鈥: Cultivating reflective dialogue with a student-centered classroom observation form. PDS Partners, 9(2), 15.

Bergman, D.J. (2013). What do you look like? Reflecting on 鈥渟cience teacher鈥 depictions found in Google Images. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 46(2), 4.

Bergman, D.J. (2010). Cinema science鈥2010 edition. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 43(4), 14-15.

Bergman, D.J. (2010). Quality responses. New Teacher Advocate, 18(1), 13.

Bergman, D.J., & Bergman, C.C. (2009). Elements of stylish teaching: Lessons from Strunk and White鈥檚 compositional classic. Phi Delta Kappan, 91(4), 28-31. Awarded one of twelve 鈥淢ust-Read鈥 articles for 2009-2010 by Kappan editorial staff.

Bergman, D.J. (2009). Non-verbal teaching behaviors: Actions speak louder than words. Shocker         Ed News: 香港六合彩开奖直播 Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2(3), 2.

Bergman, D.J. (2009). Showtime science: KATS KAMP highlights and summer preview. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 42(3), 17-18.

Bergman, D.J. (2009). Quality questions. New Teacher Advocate, 16(4), 4-5.

Bergman, D.J. (2008). Effective teacher questioning skills. Shocker Ed News: Wichita State University Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2(1), 2. 

Bergman, D.J. (2008). Responding to your students. Shocker Ed News: 香港六合彩开奖直播 Department of Curriculum and Instruction, 2(2), 2.

Bergman, D.J. (2008). What is YOUR role? Essential behaviors of effective science teaching. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 41(2), 22-29.

Bergman, D.J. (2008). What are we doing today? A guide to planning effective science lessons. The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 40(2), 14-19.

Bergman, D.J. (2008). Why do we have to learn this? Teaching goals beyond science content.  The KATS News: Kansas Association of Teachers of Science, 39(2), 26-28.

Professional Experience

Teaching and Research Experience

Professor, 香港六合彩开奖直播                                                                         August 2019 鈥 Present

Associate Professor, 香港六合彩开奖直播                                                      August 2013 鈥 July 2019

Assistant Professor, 香港六合彩开奖直播                                                       August 2007 鈥 July 2013

Curriculum & Instruction/School of Education - Science Education

Chair, Middle/Secondary Science Program  

Interim Department Head, July 2018 鈥 June 2019

Researched effective science instruction, teacher behaviors, teacher preparation

Submitted grant proposals and participated in ongoing funded research projects

Taught senior- and graduate-level courses in general teaching methods, secondary science teaching methods, science/technology/society, and history/philosophy/ethics of education

Supervised pre-service and in-service secondary teachers

Advised undergraduate, graduate, and incoming transfer students

Developed program requirements for KSDE/NCATE/CAEP accreditation

Presented at regional and international education conferences

Submitted research and education articles for publishing in professional journals

Served on multiple college and department committees (faculty senate, position searches,  community outreach, programs, rules, data input/reports)

Research and Teaching Graduate Assistant, Iowa State University                  August 2004 鈥 May 2007

Curriculum & Instruction - Science Education (Ph.D.)

Researched effective science instruction, teacher behaviors, nature of science

Taught senior-level science methods courses for elementary majors (7 sem) 

Taught senior- and graduate-level science methods courses for secondary majors (2 sem)

          Supervised secondary science student teachers (undergraduate and graduate)

Analyzed participant statistics from science education research and outreach programs

Advised Masters of Arts in Teaching graduate certification students

          Presented at regional and national science educator conferences                 

          Coordinated student visits and activities with NASA researchers on campus

Created, edited, and produced DVD for use by area science curriculum consultants with ELL science students

Secondary Science Teacher, Aurora High School, Aurora, NE                            August 1999 鈥 May 2004

          High School Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, Biology

          Developed and implemented instruction in science units

          Received district-wide grant to implement computer-based laboratory curriculum

Coordinated student service learning project at Edgerton Science Museum

Member of Technology, Student Assistance, School Improvement Steering Committees

Sponsored Future Problem Solving Program (2002-2004 State Champion Teams)

Directed High School Drama Productions 鈥 Musical, One-Act Play, Spring Play

Awards and Honors
  • 香港六合彩开奖直播 School of Education Jean Spalding Faculty Fellowship (2022)
  • 香港六合彩开奖直播 College of Education Online Grant Award (2015)
  • 香港六合彩开奖直播 College of Education Teaching Award (2014)
  • 香港六合彩开奖直播 Technology Integration Award 鈥 On-Line Foundations Course (2011)
  • 香港六合彩开奖直播 Research Award 鈥 Elementary Science Content Course (2011)
  • ASTE Award V: Implications of Research for Educational Practice (2010)
  • 鈥淢ust-Read鈥 Kappan Article for 2009-2010, 鈥淓lements of stylish teaching鈥
  • Nominee for 香港六合彩开奖直播 Academy for Effective Teaching Award (2009)
  • Margaret & Barton Morgan Scholarships (ISU Curriculum & Instruction) (2005-2007)
  • ISU Graduate College PACE (Premium for Academic Excellence) Award (2004-2005)
  • Who鈥檚 Who Among American Teachers (2002, 2003)
  • Nominee for RadioShack鈥檚 National Science Teacher Award (2003)
  • Golden Key National Honor Society (1996-1999)
  • Pi Lambda Theta National Honor and Professional Association in Education
  • Voted 鈥淥utstanding Rank Leader鈥 in Cornhusker Marching Band (1998-1999)
  • Member of 1996 Sudler Trophy-winning Cornhusker Marching Band
Grants
  • McDowell, K., Bergman, D.J., & Haines, B. (2017). Para to Teacher Pathway. Kansas Board of Regents, Title II Improving Teacher Quality (ITQ). Funded at $114,761.
  • Bergman, D.J. (2010). Family and parent involvement鈥擟urriculum enhancement initiative. The Kansas Parent Information Resource Center (KPIRC). Funded at $3,000.
  • Bergman, D.J. (2009). Family and parent involvement鈥擟urriculum enhancement initiative. The Kansas Parent Information Resource Center (KPIRC). Funded at $3,500.
  • Bergman, D.J. (2007). Comparing the effects of audio- and video-recording on pre-service teachers鈥 self-evaluations. University Research/Creative Projects Award (URCA). Wichita State University. Funded at $4,486.
  • Bergman, D.J., & Huls, T. (2003). Crash! National Highway Administration safety and science curriculum. Aurora (NE) School District. Funded at $5,000.
  • Bergman, D.J. (2000). Computer-based laboratory interfaces and software for enhanced science instruction. Aurora (NE) School District. Funded at $5,000.
  • Lee, S., Bergman, D., Novacek, G., & Durano, C. (2019). Space Sciences Hands-On Activities and Practices for Middle School Classrooms Using NASA Education Resources (S2HAP). NASA Kansas Space Grant Consortium (KSGC). Funded at $30,000.

Areas of Service

Service to the Profession

Reviewer for The Science Teacher, Teachers College Record, Journal of Teacher Education, Journal of Science Teacher Education, Teacher Educator, Basic and Applied Psychology, Visual Data and Their Use in Science Education, Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Past-President, Kansas Association of Teachers of Science (2015-2016)

President, Kansas Association of Teachers of Science (2014-2015)

President-Elect, Kansas Association of Teachers of Science (2013-2014)

Vice President, KATS (2012-2013)

Region IV College Representative, KATS (2007-2012)

Social Media/Communications Chair, KATS (2008-Present)

Professional Development Committee Member, ASTE (2007-2010)

Proposal Reviewer and Session Presider, International ASTE Meetings (2007-Present)

Evaluator, 香港六合彩开奖直播 Graduate Research and Scholarly Projects Symposium (2009)

Fall Conference Program Coordinator, Iowa Science Teachers Section (2006)

Science Consultant and DVD Producer, Enhancing ELL Science Institute (2005)

Other Interests

Community Involvement:

              Kansas Junior Academy of Science State Meeting Judge

              Big Brother for At-Risk Youth, BBBS of Sedgwick County, Kansas

              Volunteer for Southern Care Hospice

              Trumpet player for churches and community senior centers

              Volunteer for Lincoln YWCA鈥檚 Take a Break Program

              Tutor for At-Risk Students, Lincoln Action Program 

Additional Information

Professional Memberships

Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education

Association for Science Teacher Education

National Science Teachers Association

National Association of Research in Science Teaching

Kansas Association of Teachers of Science

American Association of Physics Teachers

American Chemical Society

Science & Mathematics Teacher Imperative (SMTI) of Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities

National Association of Professional Development Schools

Phi Delta Kappa

National Education Association

Aurora (NE) Education Association