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How One Academic Leader Helps Future Science Teachers Build Stronger Foundations

Written by Ellen Ovenden | Jun 30, 2026 6:43:35 PM

At Kaye Academic College of Education in Israel, every science lecturer now uses video resources.

When Dr Elina Abaev-Schneiderman, Head of Science Education, first proposed JoVE, some questioned why a teacher-education college needed something so academic.

The answer became clear in practice: Students engaged quickly. Colleagues adopted it too. Class preparation and discussion improved. This is what made Dr Abaev-Schneiderman stand out as the 2025 JoVE Ambassador Award winner.