I employ the Socratic Method and actively promote inquiry. Asking questions with more than one potential outcome allows for more personal input. I give students clear instructions by providing a model of our goals and how it will look when they have completed the task. By setting realistic objectives and checking for understanding through progress monitoring, I am able to judge how students respond to the material. Reflection and summative assessments are important in gauging student progress and continuing to be an effective teacher. Scaffolding is an imperative tool for differentiating teaching styles for kinesthetic, auditory, and visual learners. It’s crucial to know which reading and listening activities will enhance receptive skills and how to improve productive skills through speaking and writing. While being aware of these strategies is crucial, tapping into the students’ prior knowledge encourages conversation.
 

Students face significant obstacles when they don't have access to a pluralistic education. As a teacher, I strive to be accessible to my students, community, and colleagues. I have a genuine desire to make a difference in the world. Teaching and leadership among the diverse community at Bellevue College, especially in the area of marketing education, is a means to that end. The “one size fits all” approach is not an appropriate response to a complex problem. As a professor with an authentic interest in learning the unique customs and perspectives of my community and beyond, I am well-equipped and passionate about handling the rigors of modern post-secondary education.