Teaching
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My teaching philosophy centers on engaging students in foundational knowledge while enhancing their critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills, and applying these skills to real-world situations. I am passionate about applying principles of psychology and human factors to everyday life and professional aspirations, using evidence-based practices like active learning to foster interaction with material and ensure sustained engagement. My approach includes clear, transparent communication of course expectations, individualized feedback, and varied assessment methods to cater to different learning styles. I strive to create an inclusive, equitable classroom environment, supported by continuous diversity and inclusivity training. I am committed to upholding academic integrity, equity, inclusivity, and dedicated to effective teaching practices.
2023 Instructor, Cognitive Psychology Laboratory, Colorado State University
2023 Instructor, Human Factors & Engineering Psychology (online), Colorado State University
2020 Instructor, Cognitive Psychology (online), Colorado State University
2019 Adjunct Professor, Research Design & Analysis, Ottawa University
2019 Adjunct Professor, General Psychology, Ottawa University
2018 Adjunct Professor, General Psychology, Ottawa University
Full Teaching Vita is here, including course development, curriculum design, and mentoring experience.
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Below are my Cognitive Psychology Lab course survey responses. Students rated each question on a scale ranging from 1 (strongly disagree) to 7 (strongly agree). The response rate was 70%. All responses were confidential.
Teaching Effectiveness
Student Comments
“Thank you for a great semester, and thank you for all your hard work with grading and detailed feedback for us! I really appreciate the work you put in to helping us throughout. :)” — Shannon S. (Sensation & Perception)
“Instructor is always willing to take time to assist students when they ask for help, information in class is available online after class.” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“The instructor encourages us to participate in discussions and to come to her if we need any help or have a misunderstanding. ” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“I had a great time taking this course and learned a lot!” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“Thank you for all of your help this semester you were so much help!” — Angel B. (Sensation & Perception)
“Feedback on assignments is specific and helpful when it comes to improving on my next assignments.” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“Honest and constructive feedback.” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“Great instructor feedback in a timely manner. Amelia made herself accessible whenever I needed support. Looking forward to taking future classes instructed by Amelia.” — Human Factors & Engineering Psychology Student
“Thanks for all your help! You’re an amazing co-professor and thanks for helping me so much.” — Jarl E. (Sensation & Perception)
“Amelia was the best. I am not a research or experiment person. The topic usually scares me honestly but she made it simple and I learned so much this semester. I also feel more confident in my experimental abilities.” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“They [the instructor] have always given good and helpful feedback that has allowed me to improve my grade over the course of the semester. ” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student
“Thank you again for all your help this semester and for always being so prompt with your replies! The online format definitely has some difficulties in communicating that wouldn’t happen in person but you always did an amazing job explaining anything I had trouble with and frequently went out of your way to provide as much info as possible, which I found very helpful.” — Christa R. (Sensation & Perception)
“Amelia was so kind and welcoming. Even with a small class, the environment was very welcoming and I wasnt nervous to participate. She was available to all of us after every class and even extended her hours to help me. Amelia gave me awesome feedback on my assignments where I could clearly understand what I did wrong and what I can improve on for the next assignment. Everything in this course was very clear, I knew what was expected of me always and I knew when assignments were due always. Amelia was wonderful, I would recommend this lab with her to anyone. ” — Cognitive Psychology Lab Student