Michele A. Korb

Dr. Michele A. Korb is a Professor in the Department of Teacher Education at California State University, East Bay (CSUEB). She earned a B.S. in Secondary Education and Biology (1989) and an M.Ed. in Educational Policy and Leadership (1999), both from Marquette University. Her career includes teaching high school science, serving as a faculty member at Marquette University, and leading initiatives to strengthen science education through interdisciplinary collaboration. At CSUEB, she has secured nearly $15M in National Science Foundation (NSF) grants to support STEM teacher development. Her work focuses on integrating technology (e.g., Bugscope) into K-12 science curricula, promoting inquiry-based learning, and advancing equity in education.

Education:

• B.S. in Secondary Education, Broad Field Science and Biology, Marquette University (1989)
• M.Ed. in Educational Policy and Leadership (emphasis in science education), Marquette University (1999)
• Ph.D. (degree details not specified in text)

Research Interests: Dr. Korb specializes in STEM teacher preparation, educational technology, and curriculum design. She pioneered the use of Bugscope, an online platform enabling K-12 students to operate a scanning electron microscope remotely. This project emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-driven science education and has engaged over 500 classrooms nationwide. Her work bridges science and education disciplines to foster critical thinking and scientific literacy.

Grants & Awards: She holds the prestigious SPORE Award (2011) from Science magazine for her contributions to online educational resources. Her NSF-funded projects focus on preparing teachers to address diverse student needs in STEM fields.

Advising & Leadership: As a faculty member, Dr. Korb mentors preservice teachers and collaborates across departments to strengthen teacher education programs. She has held roles in curriculum development, faculty governance, and community partnerships.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with scientists and educators to design innovative science curricula, notably through Bugscope and NSF-funded initiatives.