Teaching Portfolio As an instructor, my goal is to challenge students to engage alternative perspectives. Rather than telling students what to think, I strive to develop their analytical skills and how they think. My intent is not to change students’ opinions, but to further their understanding of opposing views and important debates, and to develop their ability to empathize. My approach to teaching is based on three commitments:
Teaching Interests (Link)My principal areas of expertise are in international relations and public policy, with a focus on international political economy, international environmental politics/policy and global governance. I am also interested in teaching a variety of courses in comparative politics and research methods. Resources for Instructors (Link)I provide materials and lesson plans for two activities. The first is an in-class activity whose goal is to have students generate and test hypotheses on the relationship between trade and economic development by examining real data from eight countries. The second is a simulation designed to introduce students to concepts related to environmental justice. Faculty may use / adapt them free of charge with proper credit and recognition of my copyright in their use. Course Syllabi and EvaluationsThe following tables provide links to my course syllabi and student evaluations. Scores reported from responses to instructional ‘quality' or ‘effectiveness’ question. Additional evaluations are available at RateMyProfessors (external link).
Courses at University of Oregon (Higher Scores Better)
Discussion Sections at University of Oregon (Higher Scores Better)
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