COURSES TAUGHT
Biodiversity and Evolution Laboratory
Biostatistics
Geological History of Life
Invertebrate Zoology with Laboratory
Introduction to Marine Biology (with Field and Lab)
Marine Biology Methods and Analysis (writing-intensive)
Systematics and Macroevolution of Marine Invertebrates (research-based)
My Philosophy
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I bring a teacher-scholar approach to my teaching, mentoring undergraduates in research, incorporating current scientific literature into my courses, and leading field-based classes where students collect original data. These experiences help students see science as an active, evolving process and build the skills and confidence to participate in it themselves.
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Students have the right to learn in a safe and welcoming environment. I promote respect and understanding in my classroom, and I get to know my students to best address their needs.
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My pedagogical strategies are dedicated to teaching science in ways that will inspire students from all experiences and backgrounds, and positively influence their lives. My courses include interactive activities to keep students engaged and motivated.
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Students are complex and as such, they learn and express their knowledge in different ways. I address diverse learning styles, adopt teaching strategies that are effective for my students, and assess their learning with different types of evaluations to maximize their chances of success.