Patrick D. Krantz, PhD.

Associate Professor of Education

Secondary Education Coordinator

Drinko Center Coordinator

Westminster College
316C Old Main
New Wilmington, PA 16172
724-946-7181
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Courses

  • EDU 311 - Elementary Science Methods
  • CS 710 - Computers in Education
  • EDU 562 and 582 Field Experiences


Education

  • Ph.D. - University of Missouri – Columbia (Science Education/Environmental)
  • M.S. - Northwest Missouri State University (Biology/Teaching Certificate – Unified Science)
  • B.S. - West Virginia University (Wildlife Resources)


Teaching

  • Elementary Science Methods - University of Missouri
  • Early Childhood Science Methods - University of Missouri
  • Physical Science/Biology - Northwest Missouri State University
  • Biology - Conception Seminary College


Professional

  • 2002 National Association for Research in Science Teaching – National Conference, New Orleans, LA
    Presider, Event Organizer
  • 2002 National Association for Biology Teachers – National Conference, Cincinnati, OH
    Presentation:  Inquiry with Seeds to meet the National Standards
  • 2003 National Association for Research in Science Teaching – National Conference, Philadelphia, PA
    Presentation:  The Impact of Environmental Education Workshops on Teachers’ Attitude and Efficacy


Publications

  • Krantz, P. D. and Barrow, L. H. (2002). Inquiry, Lands Snails and Environmental Factors. Science Activities: 39, 3.
  • Krantz, P. D. and Barrow, L. H. (2003). Flying Through the Standards with Bats. Science Activities: 39, 4.
  • Krantz, P. D. and Barrow, L. H. (2003). Inquiry with seeds to meet the science education standards. The American Biology Teacher. In Review.
  • Krantz, P. D. (2002). The Impact of Environmental Education Workshops on Teachers’ Attitude and Efficacy. The Journal of Environmental Education. Submitted for Publication. Spring 2003.