About me
Dr. Edward Cohen is the founder of the Energy Museum, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering STEAM learning for individuals of all ages, from toddlers to seniors, while exploring the profound role of energy in every facet of our lives. He also serves as the Associate Director at Rutgers University’s Center for Math, Science, and Computer Education (CMSCE), leveraging over two decades of experience in innovative pedagogy for K-16 education.
Dr. Cohen has an extensive background in designing, implementing, and leading data-driven curricula. His career spans roles as a teacher, professor, Middle School Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction, District K-12 Science Supervisor, and District STEAM Specialist across multiple districts. He began as a middle school science teacher, where his passion for pedagogy in makerspaces and climate change education took root.
Following the 2011 tsunami, Dr. Cohen received a Fulbright Scholarship to Japan, where he studied the critical link between climate change and the need for engineered environmental solutions. This experience informed his work aboard the JOIDES Resolution, the premier U.S. research drill ship, where he developed a comprehensive, original climate change curriculum. He has presented this work at leading conferences, including the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), the National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST), and the American Geophysical Union (AGU).
Recognized as the Eastern United States Outstanding Earth Science Teacher by the National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT), Dr. Cohen earned the award for his exceptional contributions to inspiring interest in Earth Sciences at the pre-college level. His certifications include elementary education, middle school science, K-12 Earth Science, Supervision, Principalship, and Superintendency.
An international presenter and consultant, Dr. Cohen specializes in pedagogy focused on the Nature of Science, technology education, and climate change. His current research and professional development initiatives integrate these areas with design thinking and makerspace education pedagogy, equipping educators to address real-world challenges and inspire the next generation of problem solvers.
