Erling Antony, a high school and technical college instructor of forty years, shares wisdom and instruction on his approach to introductory chemistry, which involves students in critical thinking and Socratic argument. His work presents fellow instructors with approaches to topics, demonstrations, and experiments that help guide students toward a deeper understanding of how what happens in the test tube applies to our greater world. Erling's work is a welcome addition to any chemistry instructor's library, particularly to young instructors navigating their early years of teaching.
About the AuthorAntony, Erling: - "Erling Antony taught chemistry at the high school and junior college level for forty-two years, including two years during which he helped establish a magnet school for science, mathematics, and technology. He taught AP chemistry for twenty-five years, served as Education Committee Chair of the Milwaukee section of the American Chemical Society for ten years, and assisted in grading the AP exam and Chemistry Olympiad Exams for several years. He has several peer-reviewed publications and has presented at numerous national, state, and local conventions. He was also selected as Teacher of the Year for his work at the regional and state level by the ACS. Antony received his bachelor's and master's degrees at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse but also studied at Cornell University, Northern Illinois University, and other universities. He and his wife live in Hartland, WI where they raised three children. Hundreds of his past students are serving their communities as physicians, university professors, scientists, and educators. He may be reached with questions, comments, or suggestions at erlingantony14@gmail.com."