Teaching Philosphy

Foundational to my identity is mentoring the next generation of students. I base my teaching philosophy on the National Science Foundation’s Professional Formation of Engineers by focusing on the “ethical responsibility of practicing engineers to sustain and grow the profession in order to improve quality of life for all peoples”. I seek to challenge students to consider the societal impact of their work and make ethical decisions as engineers. I aim to create an inclusive classroom and help students feel like they belong in engineering. Techniques I use (e.g., case-based learning, reflective assignments) lead to group collaboration and provide students opportunities to make mistakes—creating an environment where students can learn from their mistakes instead of fearing them. I recognize that teaching is an iterative process and hold the mindset that instructors are continuously learning and developing.