I truly believe that to teach is to grow. One of the best aspects of teaching is the ability to play a role in the development of a student, and if done correctly the teacher also continues to learn. To me, a considerable part of learning is done through application. The phrase, “see it, do it, and teach it” describes my general approach to teaching. My role as a teacher is to provide an environment that introduces new challenges and fosters critical thinking through a structured and supportive environment. In my experience, teachers invested in their students achieve the best outcomes because there is mutual respect and trust. This relationship between a teacher and a student should be symbiotic. In which, the primary responsibility of the teacher is to tailor to the needs of the student, and the student shows a desire to learn. With this relationship present, independent practice is then encouraged and students are able to fully apply what they have learned.
My goals for the students are for them to learn timely and accurate information, and apply their knowledge by teaching the material. Students are expected to be active learners and to build on their past experiences. In order to do this, students need to receive regular, well-developed feedback. Learners should also be engaged. It is just as important for the student to be open and flexible in their learning experience, as it is for the teacher to structure their experience around their individual learning styles and educational background.
In my experience teaching undergraduate and pharmacy students, I have learned to modify my approach to teaching, not only to the course, but also the individual. My goal is to ensure the learner is in a comfortable and supportive environment that encourages discussion. Personally, I aim to continue to improve my teaching skills by requiring students to provide an evaluation of their experience with me, so that I can continue to grow as an educator.
My professional goals can be broken down into three aspects of pharmacy practice that I find to be vital to the profession; lifelong education, professional involvement in state and national organizations, and community outreach. As a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, I strive to continue my education, and I look forward to receiving advanced training within my practice.
With a continual presence and involvement in professional organizations, I stay up-to-date with practice changes, advocate for the pharmacy profession, and further establish my network of practitioners and educators. Not only will I contribute to the pharmacy community, but to those that I may care for in my practice setting. Communities are collective groups of people that ideally help
each other grow. In healthcare, I believe this starts with education and community outreach. In which, my goal is to continue regular community health screenings and bring back educational talks for the community.
I truly believe that being a professional in this field means that a person excels in all of these aspects. I strive to envelop my skills and goals to be a leader, and to challenge myself to think critically and creatively to have a positive impact on students and coworkers.
My goals for the students are for them to learn timely and accurate information, and apply their knowledge by teaching the material. Students are expected to be active learners and to build on their past experiences. In order to do this, students need to receive regular, well-developed feedback. Learners should also be engaged. It is just as important for the student to be open and flexible in their learning experience, as it is for the teacher to structure their experience around their individual learning styles and educational background.
In my experience teaching undergraduate and pharmacy students, I have learned to modify my approach to teaching, not only to the course, but also the individual. My goal is to ensure the learner is in a comfortable and supportive environment that encourages discussion. Personally, I aim to continue to improve my teaching skills by requiring students to provide an evaluation of their experience with me, so that I can continue to grow as an educator.
My professional goals can be broken down into three aspects of pharmacy practice that I find to be vital to the profession; lifelong education, professional involvement in state and national organizations, and community outreach. As a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, I strive to continue my education, and I look forward to receiving advanced training within my practice.
With a continual presence and involvement in professional organizations, I stay up-to-date with practice changes, advocate for the pharmacy profession, and further establish my network of practitioners and educators. Not only will I contribute to the pharmacy community, but to those that I may care for in my practice setting. Communities are collective groups of people that ideally help
each other grow. In healthcare, I believe this starts with education and community outreach. In which, my goal is to continue regular community health screenings and bring back educational talks for the community.
I truly believe that being a professional in this field means that a person excels in all of these aspects. I strive to envelop my skills and goals to be a leader, and to challenge myself to think critically and creatively to have a positive impact on students and coworkers.