Dr. Kaesha Neil

Dr. Neil’s innovative teaching idea, “Tools for Data Collection,” enables high school students who are taking college dual enrollment or AP courses to practice essential lab skills for collecting quantitative data for statistical analysis. The program reinforces the scientific method, as well as educating students about how scientists follow procedures, use tools, collect data and analyze data. Students will analyze and discuss the benefits and limitations of the tools, the difference between data collected (facts) vs. interpretation, and the sources of error/bias in both the tools as well as conclusions drawn by the people using the tools. The Voya Unsung Heroes grant will be used to purchase additional equipment that will allow additional small group participation, exploration and learning.