And it is my love of the classroom environment that attracted me to teaching. I work hard to create a classroom environment that is safe, supportive, and open to class discussions. It is through discussion that students are given the opportunity to interact with me as the instructor as well as other students in making the course's concepts real for themselves. But students must feel safe and supported in order for such interactions to take. I take a very practical approach to teaching.
Theory is important, but being able to apply theory on the job is even more important.
Clear and concise examples always accompany a concept being discussed. Students are then encouraged to apply their own examples to the same concept. I make myself very accessible to students. I have scheduled office hours and I am available by appointment. Students can also contact me via e-mail.