TEACHING 

Since my first experience tutoring in a one-to-one setting in my undergraduate degree I have always loved teaching. I see teaching not only as duty but an honor as well. 

As an educator, my goal extends beyond simply conveying information. I strive to challenge students to expand their thinking, encouraging them to listen carefully to diverse perspectives, pause for thoughtful reflection before speaking, and communicate their ideas with confidence. I currently teach undergraduate statistics and master's-level special topics such as juvenile delinquency. I also particularly enjoy leading my PhD special topics course on experimental designs, including vignettes and virtual reality. I have experience teaching in one-to-ones, small group, large lectures, and in computer labs.

 

My teaching approach is rooted in scaffolding, adapting my support to the specific needs of undergraduate and graduate students. Through my teaching I have learned that not everyone learns in the same way, and in order to be a successful teacher you must be willing to be patient to figure out how your students learn best. I thoroughly enjoy learning how my students learn best and delivering lectures in a way that not only helps them retain information, but also learn to think creatively and critically.