Teaching statement:
Two ideas are key elements in my teaching philosophy: societal relevance of our studies and student participation. Current events captivate our attention. By linking broader theoretical frameworks to actual current events, we create a meaningful learning platform for students. The daily news provides ample examples of the political, economic, societal, and ethical relevance of the conceptual phenomena we study.
In my opinion, active student participation in class is essential to ensuring a valuable learning experience. Stimulating student participation within class—or online— discussions, cultivates the capacity to synthesize information sources from a multitude of sources and forward concise yet relevant statements about the events and phenomena we study. A focus on student participation avoids a less effective one-directional flow of knowledge from instructor to student, yet allows for interaction and an exchange of knowledge between students and between students and lecturer that fits an academic setting best.
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Comparative Politics
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Globalization:
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Science, Technology & Public Policy
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Participatory Governance slides
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Science Supports Policy slides
International Relations
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Cases Human Rights & Cyber War