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Ashley Burkett

Associate Professor

Geology

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  • Associate Professor
    Geology
  • (405) 744-6358 (Work)
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TEACHING SUMMARY

https://burkett.okstate.edu/what-i-teach

 

I teach courses in geology, paleontology, paleoceanography, and microscopy with an emphasis on active learning, scientific interpretation, and hands-on research experiences. My teaching approach focuses on helping students understand how scientific knowledge is developed through observation, experimentation, and evidence-based reasoning.

I am passionate about making geoscience accessible and engaging for students with a wide range of interests and career goals. Through classroom activities, research mentorship, and field and laboratory experiences, students develop practical skills in scientific communication, analytical techniques, and data interpretation. I also incorporate modern technologies and real-world research examples into my courses, including opportunities connected to oceanographic expeditions and advanced imaging methods.

 

TEACHING

  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Advanced Studies in Geology
    8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
    Individual library, laboratory and/or field projects on facets of geology not covered by existing courses. Field trips may be required. Course previously offered as GEOL 5710.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Special Problems in Earth Science
    8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
    Individually designed study projects involving assigned reading, library work, field work, laboratory work or a combination of these. Field trips may be required. Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 9 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    The Story of Dinosaurs (N)
    8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
    This course will explore the validity of arguments and/or conclusion in dinosaur research through evaluating the scientific evidence. In this course, students will read, experiment, and evaluate scientific literature surrounding dinosaurs.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    The Story of Dinosaurs (N)
    8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
    This course will explore the validity of arguments and/or conclusion in dinosaur research through evaluating the scientific evidence. In this course, students will read, experiment, and evaluate scientific literature surrounding dinosaurs.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Advanced Studies in Geology
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Individual library, laboratory and/or field projects on facets of geology not covered by existing courses. Field trips may be required. Course previously offered as GEOL 5710.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Doctoral Dissertation Research
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Work toward doctoral dissertation in Geology.Offered for variable credit, 1-12 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Geology Colloquium
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Discussion of selected topics in the geological sciences with emphasis on professional presentation practices. Offered for fixed credit, 1 credit hour, maximum of 4 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Geology majors only.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Geology Colloquium
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Discussion of selected topics in the geological sciences with emphasis on professional presentation practices.Offered for fixed 1 credit hour, maximum of 2 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Marine Geology
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Comprehensive examination of the geology of the ocean basins. Topics include techniques of data collection and interpretation; shoreline, shelf and deep ocean processes; physical oceanography; origin and distribution of marine sediments; paleoceanography; marine mineral resources; marine tectonics and ocean history. May not be used for degree credit with GEOL 5513.Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of 'C' in: GEOL 1014 or GEOL 1114 or GEOL 1214 or GEOL 4503.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Marine Geology
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Comprehensive examination of the geology of the ocean basins. Topics include: techniques of data collection and interpretation; shoreline, shelf and deep ocean processes; physical oceanography; origin and distribution of marine sediments; paleoceanography; marine mineral resources; marine tectonics and ocean history. Same course as GEOL 4513. May not be used for degree credit with GEOL 4513.Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of 'C' in: GEOL 1014 or GEOL 1114 or GEOL 1214 or GEOL 4503.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Master's Thesis
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Work toward master's thesis in geology.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate committee.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research Methods and Techniques in Geosciences
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Application of the scientific method to geosciences research; introduction to library and internet searches; writing competitive research proposals; managing research activities; and disseminating research results.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Special Problems in Earth Science
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Individually designed study projects involving assigned reading, library work, field work, laboratory work or a combination of these. Field trips may be required. Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 9 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Advanced Studies in Geology
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Individual library, laboratory and/or field projects on facets of geology not covered by existing courses. Field trips may be required. Course previously offered as GEOL 5710.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Beyond The Story of Dinosaurs: Honors
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    A supplemental Honors experience in Geology to partner concurrently with designated lower-division GEOL course(s). This course adds a different intellectual dimension to designated course(s). Offered for fixed credit, 1 credit hour.Prerequisite(s): Honors Program participation and concurrent enrollment in designated course(s).
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Doctoral Dissertation Research
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Work toward doctoral dissertation in Geology.Offered for variable credit, 1-12 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Doctoral Dissertation Research
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Work toward doctoral dissertation in Geology.Offered for variable credit, 1-12 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Master's Thesis
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Work toward master's thesis in geology.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate committee.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Special Problems in Earth Science
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Individually designed study projects involving assigned reading, library work, field work, laboratory work or a combination of these. Field trips may be required. Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 9 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    The Story of Dinosaurs (N)
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    This course will explore the validity of arguments and/or conclusion in dinosaur research through evaluating the scientific evidence. In this course, students will read, experiment, and evaluate scientific literature surrounding dinosaurs.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Advanced Studies in Geology
    9 Jun 2025 - 1 Aug 2025
    Individual library, laboratory and/or field projects on facets of geology not covered by existing courses. Field trips may be required. Course previously offered as GEOL 5710.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Master's Thesis
    9 Jun 2025 - 1 Aug 2025
    Work toward master's thesis in geology.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate committee.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    The Story of Dinosaurs (N)
    9 Jun 2025 - 1 Aug 2025
    This course will explore the validity of arguments and/or conclusion in dinosaur research through evaluating the scientific evidence. In this course, students will read, experiment, and evaluate scientific literature surrounding dinosaurs.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    The Story of Dinosaurs (N)
    9 Jun 2025 - 1 Aug 2025
    This course will explore the validity of arguments and/or conclusion in dinosaur research through evaluating the scientific evidence. In this course, students will read, experiment, and evaluate scientific literature surrounding dinosaurs.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Advanced Studies in Geology
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Individual library, laboratory and/or field projects on facets of geology not covered by existing courses. Field trips may be required. Course previously offered as GEOL 5710.Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.