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Teaching Philosophy As The Director Of Summer And Special Sessions Initiatives

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As the Director of Summer and Special Sessions Initiatives at the Georgia Institute of Technology, I oversee the planning and implementation of all summer courses and programs for undergraduate students. In this role, I have had the opportunity to teach several first-year and transfer students seminars. My teaching philosophy for these courses is focused on providing students with the knowledge, tools, and resources to help them successfully navigate their educational journey and achieve their professional aspirations. My goal is to help students develop self-awareness and self-knowledge, particularly as it relates to their academic interests and professional goals. By the end of the course, students will be able to describe …show more content…

By doing so, I am able to adapt and modify my teaching style to better meet the needs of my students. Based on student evaluations, I have refined the course content and incorporated more interactive sessions and activities. One simple change involved eliminating a template tool for students to generate their academic plan due to the amount of time required for students to learn how to use the tool, when the plan was not dependent on any particular format. Additionally, I have added more on-campus visits to key campus resources such as labs, maker-spaces, libraries, and academic support services based on student recommendations.
My teaching aspirations extend beyond the first-year and transfer students seminar. I aspire to teach college-level management courses that will use experiential learning methods such as case studies and team assignments. As Peter Drucker once said, "We now accept the fact that learning is a lifelong process of keeping abreast of change. And the most pressing task is to teach people how to learn." As an educator, it is my goal to equip my students with the tools they need to become lifelong learners and achieve their full …show more content…

By analyzing and discussing complex business scenarios, students can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by managers and the various approaches to addressing these challenges. Additionally, case studies help students develop skills in decision-making, strategic planning, and ethical reasoning.
Reflection journals provide a platform for students to process and analyze their own learning experiences. Through guided prompts and personal reflection, students are able to identify their strengths and areas for growth, track their progress, and develop a deeper understanding of the course material. Reflection journals also help students integrate their learning experiences into their own personal and professional goals.
In my management course, I would strive to create a collaborative and inclusive learning environment that promotes active engagement and critical thinking. I believe that experiential learning methods such as group projects, case studies, and reflection journals provide valuable opportunities for students to apply management concepts and theories, develop practical skills, and reflect on their own learning experiences. By prioritizing these methods, I aim to foster a lifelong love of learning and a commitment to professional growth in my

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