College instruction and curriculum development that connect criminal justice concepts to the decisions professionals make.
Martin Methodist College
Taught online and on campus courses, designed ten web based criminal justice courses, and developed syllabi, assessments, discussion activities, instructional materials, and Blackboard course sites.
Provided academic and career mentoring and participated in campus safety panels as a criminal justice subject matter expert.
Students bring different experiences, strengths, and ways of understanding to the classroom. I believe it is my responsibility as an instructor to help them navigate that learning journey by offering different explanations, meaningful examples, and opportunities to work through unfamiliar ideas. Maintaining high expectations and helping students meet them are both essential parts of teaching.
Grades matter, but they cannot capture the whole purpose of a course. I want students to engage with what they are learning, ask questions, and understand why the material matters. Memorizing information long enough to pass an examination is not the same as developing knowledge they can use with confidence and sound judgment.
From the beginning of a course, I want students to recognize connections between their education and the responsibilities they may face as law enforcement practitioners. My goal is to help them build understanding that lasts beyond the classroom through knowledge they can apply, reasoning they can explain, and a willingness to continue learning throughout their careers.
Connect criminology, law, and criminal justice institutions to the responsibilities of professional practice.
Use practical scenarios and structured discussion to explore evidence, investigative choices, and ethical obligations.
Develop clear reporting and defensible explanations through written work, discussion, and constructive feedback.