Teaching
My overall approach to teaching is
shaped by my experience as a learner. Throughout my
academic career, I
have found great excitement in the discovery of new ways of understanding and
thinking about information and issues. Thus, I try to stimulate students
to examine their
assumptions, recognize different approaches to material and
ideas, and reflect critically on their
own thinking. In order to do this I
try to select content that is challenging, use exercises that engage
students in
analytical reading, writing, and discussion, and provide a setting that
encourages
students to explore but is supportive and non-threatening.
Typical scene in central
Palestine |
Some of my most important learning experiences have involved traveling.
Trips to Israel/Palestine and Turkey have been particularly
meaningful. To view pictures of these places and for information on opportunities for travel study, see the Jerusalem
and Turkey pages.
Bethlehem |
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Ancient harbor of Antalya,
Turkey |
Istanbul at sunrise |
General Education: (click here to move to the catalog for
descriptions of these courses)
Religion Courses: (click here to move to the catalog for a
description of courses in Religion)
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