Jimmy Sweeney

I graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire with a bachelor's degree in biology. I studied secondary education at Augsburg University in Minneapolis. I completed my student teaching experience at Jefferson Senior High in Bloomington, MN. I earned a license to teach Life Sciences, grades 9-12, in 2018.

 

I believe that students best learn science by practicing the scientific method. Practicing the scientific method is fun: students become engaged and gain a sense of ownership from experiments that they themselves design. It can also be a great way to retain knowledge of content since students are engaged. Most importantly, though, practicing the scientific method allows students to learn to think critically - to rely on evidence, scrutiny, and skepticism when addressing a problem. Thinking critically is a valuable tool that students will utilize for the rest of their lives. It will allow them to combat misinformation as well as make informed decisions.

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Feel free to explore my goals for student teaching, my understanding of the MSEP standards as well as the artifacts attached, and the reflections posted on my blog.

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For an in depth discussion of my understanding of student motivation, the purpose of schools in our society, and the value of science education, please read my educational philosophy.

Find out more on why I want to become a teacher here.