Eric Muller

This professional has transformed from a field geologist to a distinguished science educator over a career spanning nearly three decades. Their academic foundation includes a B.S. in Earth Science from UC Santa Cruz and an M.A. in Education from Columbia University, enhanced by their experience as a Wright Fellow at Tufts University's Wright Center for Innovation in Science Education. For the past twenty years, they have been a cornerstone of the Exploratorium Teacher Institute, where they focus on disseminating scientific content online and providing professional development for educators worldwide. Their impact on science education extends globally through workshops conducted across diverse locations from India to Costa Rica and Alaska to Australia. Their contributions to science education include authoring articles for prestigious publications such as The Science Teacher, The Physics Teacher, and various museum publications. Their unique background, beginning with geological fieldwork in the American Southwest before transitioning to education, brings a practical, hands-on perspective to their teaching methodology. Their work combines real-world scientific experience with innovative educational approaches, making complex scientific concepts accessible to educators and students worldwide.