Teaching Philosophy
I believe that learning occurs when students connect new information and skills to their lived experiences and existing knowledge structures. My role as an instructor is to facilitate those meaningful connections by providing opportunities for students to actively participate in the classroom and to engage in assignments and assessments that help them develop deep understanding.
As an applied psychologist, my teaching focuses on building students’ capacity to apply their knowledge. I want my students to understand how the concepts that they are learning about connect to one another and to the real world. I aim to build on my students’ unique strengths, ideas, and experiences to create a dynamic, equitable, and relevant learning environment.
Undergraduate Courses
Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology
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The goal of this course is to provide an overview of Industrial/Organizational Psychology, introducing students to fundamental topics in the field. Throughout the course, my goal is to facilitate critical thinking about the intersection of research with practice and build relevant skills in Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
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Explain and evaluate major concepts and theories in the field of I-O psychology
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Understand the history and complexities within I-O psychology
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Discuss the roles I-O psychologists play in industry and academia
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Apply principles of I-O psychology to understand workplace behavior with a scientist-practitioner approach
Graduate Courses
Talent Management
The goal of this course is to provide students with an overview of Talent Management, introducing them to fundamental topics in the field. Throughout the course, my goal is to facilitate critical thinking about the intersection of research with practice and build relevant skills in Talent Management.
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By the end of this course, students should be able to:
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Explain and evaluate major concepts in Talent Management
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Understand the underlying psychological theories relevant to Talent Management
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Critically evaluate existing Talent Management processes and artifacts
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Apply principles of I-O psychology to design Talent Management processes
