Writing

Teaching philosophy series: Reflection is required for learning

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In the “Reflection is required for learning” section I emphasize the importance of reflection in my teaching philosophy. I believe that continuous metacognitive growth is essential for personal and professional development, and I achieve this through reflective writing and research. I utilize blogging platforms to share and reflect on my work, delving into fleeting thoughts and ideas that emerge throughout my day. I apply this philosophy in the classroom through discussions, peer-to-peer learning, and online spaces, promoting a culture of reflection and continuous learning.

Blogs are raw…

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A 16-bit style header image for a blog post, featuring a pixelated geode at the center, split open to reveal vibrant, colorful crystals inside, symbolizing the depth and richness of thoughts. Surrounding the geode are icons representing the act of writing and metacognition, including a pixelated brain, thought bubbles, a pen, and a keyboard, all set against a digital, textured background that evokes a sense of openness and introspection. The overall design celebrates the raw, unpolished beauty of sharing one's personal reflections and ideas with the world in a classic video game aesthetic.

When someone I know stumbles upon my blog I’m really embarrassed. I don’t claim to be a good writer, in fact, I don’t think I am. One of my research interests lies in metacognition, which Seth Godin (2009) describes as “thinking about what you are going to say”. I’ve written … Read more

Academic writing is boring

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Memorable teaching moments are usually authentic It’s funny how some of our most memorable teaching moments are the most authentic. I remember once, I was teaching an entry-level psychology class. One of the exercises I use is to have students look at five different types of sources. Typically, these include … Read more