Teaching: Theories and real-life applications
Teaching students both theories and real-life applications is like giving them a map and a compass. They learn how to navigate the terrain of their chosen field with both a deep understanding of the landscape and the tools to explore it.
In terms of undergraduate teaching, I have consistently received high evaluations from my students and have been recognized by the university for my innovative approaches to pedagogy. I strive to engage students in active learning, whether through hands-on laboratory exercises or group projects that challenge them to apply their knowledge to real-world problems. As a mentor, I have advised numerous undergraduate students in research projects, helping them to develop their critical thinking and analytical skills.
Applied pedagogy and collaborative learning
As an educator, my pedagogical approach combines theoretical foundations with real-world applications to foster an engaging and comprehensive learning environment. Emphasizing experiential learning, I bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring students not only grasp the underlying concepts but also understand their practical relevance.
For example, in the Spring semester of 2023, I led the CMST 390 Research Methods course. Here, students delved into the critical principles and theories that underpin research methods. More than just learning about these concepts, they were given the opportunity to apply them firsthand by conceptualizing and executing their research projects. This hands-on experience was designed to solidify their understanding of the course material and to provide them with tangible skills they can utilize in their future academic and professional endeavors.
Classes taught:
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA
Undergraduate
MC2630 - Media and Information Literacy
SC3383 - Strategic Communications Management and Strategies
Postgraduate
MC5693 - Integrated Marketing Communication
Northern State University, South Dakota, USA
Undergraduate
CMST101 - Fundamentals of Speech/Foundations of Communication
CMST150 - Introduction to Public Relations
CMST201 - Interpersonal Communication
CMST310 - Business/Professional Speaking
CMST405 - Theories of Communication
CMST410 - Organizational Communication
MCOM475 - Public Relations
With two of my former students at Northern State University, Luke and Kaleb.
Universitas Paramadina, Jakarta, Indonesia
Postgraduate
201182080102A - Research Methods in Communication Studies
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Undergraduate
LIB410 - Psychology
PRO541 - Corporate Public Relations
COM540 - Media Law, Regulation, and Ethics
COM510 - Media and Malaysian Society
COM530 - Communication Theory
COM654 - Asian Politics
Postgraduate
MIC702 - Theories of Media, Information Warfare, and Perception Management
Pictured alongside Zamri, a diplomatic officer at the Prime Minister's Office in Malaysia, who was under my guidance in his Master's studies focused on Media and Information Warfare.
Curtin University Malaysia
PUBR2000 - Transmedia Storytelling
Students' testimonials
I was incredibly touched to receive a heartfelt thank you letter from one of my former students at Northern State University. In the letter, my student expressed gratitude for the impact that I had on their educational experience and their personal growth.
