Teaching

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching is learner-centered. I believe in establishing an active learning environment where communication and collaboration creates a community of learners. I strive to be more of a facilitator of instructional methods and tools rather than a content expert who shares knowledge with the class through lecture.

Learning is a complex process that requires cognitive change. My goal as a teacher is to foster that change through critical thinking, problem-based learning, collaborative learning, and teaching strategies that require students to reflect.

I have are several goals that guide my teaching:

establish early on what students should be expected to do and what they should expect from me as the instructor
pique students’ interests my engaging them in meaningful learning activities
promote life-long learning by encouraging students to further their study of the course material
provide context so that students connect to the material
provide timely and meaningful feedback
foster reflection about the subject matter and the learning process
use evaluative data and personal reflective data to improve instructional processes

Teaching Experience

I have 6 years experience developing online courses and teaching as an adjunct for Tarrant County College. Due to my faculty development experience, am familiar with online, blended, and face-to-face teaching strategies.

Business Principles (formerly Introduction to Business)

Experience: 2008-2011 using LogiCampus learning management system
2011-present using Blackboard 9.x learning management system

Course Description – General survey of business. American modified capitalism and role of business within the economic system. Topical examination of management, labor relations, production, marketing, accounting, finance, and data processing.

Overall Course Goal – For students to leverage their understanding of business to have a positive impact on their personal and/or professional growth.

Sample Teaching Materials

Discussion Board Rubric

Personal Learning Goal Activity

Small Business Operations

Experience: 2012-present using Blackboard 9.x learning management system

Course Description – Operating a small business. Emphasizes management functions including planning, leading, organizing, staffing, and controlling operations.

Overall Course Goal – For students to leverage their understanding of their existing or potential business to develop a tangible business plan.

Teaching Effectiveness

Student feedback:

When asked what they enjoyed most about my courses:

“The constant communication along the way and comments he has to help you improve in areas that you need help in. He is always available to answer questions you may have in a timely fashion.”

“This instructor did not combine projects for grades as a group, but rather used the discussion board to bring students together.”

Additional student feedback available on RateMyProfessors.com.