Starlin Weaver

Dr. Starlin Weaver is a Professor of Science Education and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the Seidel School, Salisbury University. She specializes in science teacher education, environmental education, and assessment methodologies. Her roles include teaching graduate/undergraduate courses in science education, supervising science interns, and serving as an NSTA program reviewer. Dr. Weaver holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction (Virginia Tech, 1997), an MEd (UNC Charlotte, 1994), and a BA in Biology (UNC Charlotte, 1987).

• Education:
• PhD, Curriculum & Instruction, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (1997)
• MEd, Curriculum & Instruction, University of North Carolina at Charlotte (1994)
• BA, Biology, University of North Carolina at Charlotte (1987)
• Research Interests: Integrating environmental education and sustainability into science methods courses; content-area reading strategies in science education; teacher professional development through Lesson Study methodologies.
• Grants & Initiatives: Led the PhysTEC Recruiting Grant (2017), developed the TEACH collaborative science methods program, and advanced virtual tools for teacher reflection.

Her scholarship emphasizes technology integration, place-based learning, and systemic solutions to STEM education challenges. She has advised numerous science education initiatives and contributed to national discussions on improving science teacher preparedness.