Joseph M. Simard

Dr. Joseph M. Simard serves as an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemistry within the School of Molecular and Physical Sciences at the University of New England. His primary focus is on enhancing organic chemistry education through innovative teaching methods such as active learning and inquiry-based laboratory experiments. He actively employs Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) in his classroom instruction.

His research interests center on improving STEM education through the development of guided inquiry activities and refining laboratory curricula. While no specific articles or awards are listed in the provided text, his work emphasizes pedagogical strategies to engage students in hands-on learning experiences.

Dr. Simard is located at Peter and Cecile Morgane Hall 10 on the Biddeford Campus and can be reached via email at jsimard@une.edu or phone at (207) 602-2480.