STAFF & FACULTY DIRECTORY PROFILE
Sadhana Neurgaonkar
Job Title:
Science Teacher
Department:
Science
Email:
Phone: (510) 577-9100
ext.
188
Started at O'Dowd:
2015
Degrees:
Undergraduate degree, BSc, University of Poona
India Graduate degree, MA(Agriculture), The Pennsylvania State University, Pennsylvania
Teaching Credential , California Lutheran University
Originally from:
India
Why I Teach:
I enjoy teaching. I like to guide the students to explore the natural world and the scientific principles that govern it.
Most powerful teaching technique:
Some of the techniques that help students learn are:
-students doing hands-on labs and doing analysis of their work.
-Use of technology to explore science.
-Communicating and working in collaboration with others in group projects.
Why are the subjects you teach important?:
This is the age of Science and Technology. It dominates every aspect of our lives. Majority of jobs will be in these above two areas.
Favorite quotes:
You must be the change you wish to see in the world. - Mahatma Gandhi
Always think positive thoughts - My Parents
Favorite trivia:
The 'Jeopardy' game show on TV is a wonderful show. I watch it every day.
Recommended visual media:
Movie - Lilies of the Field
Recommended reads:
The Good Earth - by Pearl S. Buck and Books by Agatha Christie
Hobbies or outside interests:
I like to read and write stories.