Teaching in Higher Ed Cultivating Critical Teaching Behaviors
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Feb 27, 2025 Lauren Barbeau, Assistant Director at Georgia Tech's Center for Teaching and Learning, and Claudia Cornejo Happel, Director at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, explore critical teaching behaviors. They emphasize that effective teaching is learned, not innate. The conversation touches on the importance of reflective practices, embracing inclusivity, and engaging students in a meaningful dialogue. They advocate for self-compassion in teaching and suggest concrete tools for educators to enhance their effectiveness. Shared values and collaboration are highlighted as key to successful teaching.
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Teaching: More Than Personality
- Lauren Barbeau initially viewed teaching as a popularity contest, influenced by other graduate students.
- She later realized that effective teaching prioritizes student learning over personality, especially while adjuncting at a community college.
Teaching as an Evolving Skill
- Claudia Cornejo-Happel initially focused on assessing students, not her own teaching.
- Working with a teaching center helped her understand teaching as an evolving skill informed by data and collaboration.
Student Engagement Through Care
- Student interest is often sparked by the instructor's genuine interest in them, not just personality.
- Showing care and investment in students fosters a sense of belonging and enhances learning.
