Dr. Eric Brunsell, a former high school science teacher, is an assistant professor of science education at the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh. In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, he is engaged in projects related to integrating technology into the science classroom and professional development. His research explores how educators use social networking for professional growth. Eric also blogs for Edutopia.org, co-authors the "Science 2.0" column for the The Science Teacher, authored Readings in Science Methods, K-8, and co-facilitates #scichat on Twitter.