My teaching philosophy is Listening and Care. I am a student-centered instructor who cares about students and their achievements. I value diversity, equity, and inclusion in my classrooms, openmindness is the key. I am teaching a variety of courses at all levels, you can see the course descriptions below:
COM 101 Principles Human Communication
General introduction to communication studies as a way of understanding how humans coordinate social meaning and achieve communicative goals. The focus is on identifying the foundation of human communication and the functions of communication in everyday situations. Offered in the spring semester. SB designation for university core curriculum.
COM 220 Interpersonal Communication
Study of verbal and nonverbal communication in the evolution of human relationships. SB designation for university core curriculum.
COM 300 Human Communication Research
Focus on how communication research can be used to answer practical questions related to human communication and the media. Emphasis is given to critical analysis and empirical research. Writing proficiency is required for a passing grade in this course. A student who does not write with the skill normally required of an upper-division student will not earn a passing grade, no matter how well the student performs in other areas of the course.
COM 320 Truth, Ethics, and Deception
An introduction to the major concepts, theories, and issues related to deceptive communication in a variety of arenas, such as relationships, the law, and the media. Students will learn about flaws in research on deception, how effective studies can be conducted, and will develop an enhanced ability to detect deception in everyday life.
COM 463 Relational Communication
Focused investigation of communication in close personal relationships, with primary emphasis on contemporary concepts and theories of romantic relationships and friendships. Writing proficiency is required for a passing grade in this course. A student who does not write with the skill normally required of an upper-division student will not earn a passing grade, no matter how well the student performs in other areas of the course. W designation for university core curriculum.
COM 561 Human Communication Theory
A detailed review of selected theories of speech communication with a focus on the critical examination of the foundation of social scientific theories.