I believe that teachers must continuously be students of the profession to be the most effective instructor possible. I am always on the lookout for what might be a learning opportunity inside or outside the classroom, in order to become a better teacher. I am taking courses to UC that do just that, and plan to continue taking courses throughout my career, after I finish my graduate studies.
I like to approach my teaching with a happy spirit and a passion that will inspire even students who have no interest in learning French. By creating a positive and laid-back classroom style, students are encourage to communicate in general, and feel comfortable communicating in a foreign language which can often be uncomfortable. I try to approach my students as equals, and inspire their respect by my passion for knowledge, teaching, and every student's intellectual contributions. I like to include extra, interesting information about Francophone culture beyond the textbook to also show a respect for my students. One of my favorite hobbies is cooking so I hope to always be able to include this hobby in someway in my courses. Likewise, I hope that students hobbies and interests can play a role in shaping my courses.
My ultimate goal for the currents I teach in beginner French, is that students will be able to carry on a simple conversation in French. I hope that learning about Francophone cultures and the French language opens students' eyes to the diversity of the world with a renewed awareness that there is much to be learned from other cultures. My goal is that the course I teach a student will have a positive impact on their college experience, that they might study abroad one day, continue to learn a foreign language, and have a much greater interest in the world outside Cincinnati, Ohio, or the United States.
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