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Teaching Philosophy

Students should leave with more than an understanding of a concept. They should be able to use it, question it, and explain their decisions.

From experience to application

Kolb’s experiential learning cycle informs this approach. Activities vary by course; experience, reflection, conceptual understanding, and practice stay connected.

01

Experience

Begin with a case, a question, or a demonstration that gives the concept a context.

02

Reflect

Ask students to explain their reasoning and examine what they noticed.

03

Connect

Use the theory to interpret the experience and challenge initial assumptions.

04

Apply

Practice through labs, team activities, and independent projects, then return to the evidence.

More than one way in

Videos, readings, discussions, and games offer different ways to engage with a concept. Students bring different experience and motivations; a single format will not reach everyone.

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Practice with a purpose

Real business cases and simulations connect theory with decisions. Tableau and Power BI labs, cybersecurity scenarios, and business analysis projects give students something concrete to investigate.

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Clear expectations, useful feedback

Formative quizzes and discussions make progress visible. Rubrics, study guides, and feedback help students understand what an assignment asks and where to improve.

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A classroom people can join

Accessible resources, interactive discussions, and cultural perspectives support participation. Team projects also make space for collaboration and ethical reasoning.

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A practice that keeps changing

Student and colleague feedback shapes the next version of a course. Workshops, conferences, and continued learning also inform that work. The aim is a classroom where students can build technical confidence, think critically, and make thoughtful decisions.