Shannon Binkley is beginning her 8th year serving as a middle level science teacher in northeast Lincoln, Nebraska. She also serves as the Publications teacher; yearbook advisor; and sponsors several clubs including Roads Rails and Race Cars, Science Olympiad, Science Fair, and Film Club. She received her Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University and her Masters of Education Curriculum and Instruction from Doane University and is certified Elementary Education K-6 with a middle level (4-9) endorsement in science and social studies. Shannon also serves as the school multicultural liaison and school equity committee leader. She has helped multiple pre-service and currently serving teachers find and utilize technologies to improve learning experiences for students. Shannon and her husband are parents to two "adult" daughters and three dogs. In her "free" time, Shannon likes hang out with family and friends watching movies and playing games, reading books, and journaling/scrapbooking!

Research Interests

Shannon is highly interested in utilizing artificial intelligence to adapt literacy materials for a variety of reading levels within science classrooms. Additionally, Shannon wants to increase social justice through education and student instruction embedded in science lessons. She is also interested in developing artificial intelligence
strategies to help teachers be more efficient.

Publications & Conference Presentations

Shannon has presented at the several state conferences, and written a few journal articles.