School of Social Science and Human Services (SSHS)

Assistant Professor of Teacher Education - Math / Science

Year Joined RCNJ: 2010

Contact Information:

• Phone: (201) 684-7269
• E-mail: eogens@ramapo.edu
• Office: A-219
• Office Hours: TR 3:30-5:30

Education:

• B.A. Biology, Education, University of Connecticut
• M.P.A. Public Administration, Rutgers University
• Ed.S. Educational Specialist (Professional Development), Seton Hall University
• Ed.D. Educational Leadership, Management, Policy, Seton Hall University

Convening Group:

• Teacher Education

Courses Taught:

• Methods of Math/Science
• Technology in the Classroom
• School Supervision & Organizational Theory*

*at former institutions

Teaching Interest:

• Science Education
• Educational Leadership
• STEM and Inquiry-Based Education
• Best Practices in Teaching

Research Interest:

• STEM and Science Education
• Social & Emotional Learning
• Urban Education
• School/Community Partnerships
• Using Children's Literature to Teach Science/Math

Recent Presentations:

• "Science Education: Looking Back, Preparing for the Future Using STEM," paper presented at the P12 Engineering Summit sponsored by Purdue University, Seaside, Oregon, August 12, 2010.
• NJ Science Convention, Somerset, NJ (October 12-13, 2010) "Exploring Heat and Temperature- A Natural Approach to Chemistry," "Exploring Energy," "Forensic Fun," Have presented a variety of workshops such as "Science is Fun & Mysterious" and "Wonderful Watercolors" continuously since 1990.
• "STEM: Preparing Students with 21st Century Skills" New Jersey School Boards Convention, (October 20, 2010)
  "Family Science Action Lab" "Emotional Literacy and Achievement" (October 2008-2009) "Trust, Leadership, and Student Achievement" (October 2007);
  "Using the EXCEL" Teaching Model to Improve Student Achievement" (October 2004-2005)
  "Innovations in Science Education" (October 1992-1995)

Publications:

• "The Perceived Trust of Elementary and Middle School Principals and Leadership Attributes in an Abbott District in New Jersey" Dissertation, 2008
• "The Education/Join-Up Connection," Join-Up Journal, (Fall/Winter 2000)
• "The Method in Motion," Science Scope, (January 1999)
• "The Write Stuff," Science Scope, (September 1996)
• "Teaching for Understanding: An Issue-Oriented Approach," The Clearing House, (July/August 1995)
• "A Review of Science Education: Past Failures, Future Hopes," The American Biology Teacher, (April 1991)
• "Why A School Board Should Consider a Full-Day Kindergarten," School Leader, (Spring 1990)