George McLeod
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Dr. George McLeod is an educator and researcher dedicated to bridging the gap between K–12 learning and higher education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). With over 15 years of teaching experience in both secondary and collegiate settings, her work centers on curriculum development, STEM career exposure, and hands-on pedagogical strategies. Her most-cited paper, “Exposing Students to STEM Careers through Hands-on Activities with Drones and Robots” (2020, 12 citations), exemplifies her commitment to making STEM tangible and accessible. In this work, she demonstrates how integrating drones and robotics into classroom activities can spark student interest and provide early, concrete pathways to STEM careers. During her tenure in secondary education, Dr. McLeod played a pivotal role on numerous curriculum committees, aligning Virginia’s Standards of Learning (SOLs) with the pacing guides of Newport News Public Schools—a contribution that directly shaped instructional practice across the district. Her impact lies not only in her published research but in the real-world systems she helped build, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds encounter rigorous, relevant STEM education long before college.
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