Randy BellAssociate Dean and Professor of Science Education, College of Education, Oregon State University

Dr. Randy Bell began his career as a forest ecology researcher in the Pacific Northwest. His interest in sharing science with others led him to pusue a teaching license, and he taught science for six years in rural eastern Oregon. Currently, Dr. Bell teaches preservice teachers, provides professional development for practicing teachers, and researches and develops curricular materials. He has received numerous teaching awards as well as research and mentoring awards from international organizations. Author of more than 200 articles and books, Dr. Bell�s primary areas of research focus on teaching and learning about the nature of science and assessing the impacts of educational technologies. Read More Read Less