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Teaching Philosophy

01

Student-Centered Learning

In the age of AI, curiosity is our superpower, and my role is to cultivate it through autonomous learning and student-led exploration. I design classrooms where students take ownership of their learning, actively engage in problem-solving, and build knowledge through research and dialogue. This approach empowers them to take responsibility for their education and develop a lasting passion for lifelong learning.

Connecting Theory to Practice

To make learning more relevant and engaging, I integrate case studies, current events, and scenario-based discussions into my courses. This approach strengthens critical thinking and helps students see that public administration is all around them, shaping the communities they live in and the decisions that affect their daily lives.

02

Inclusive and Global Perspectives

As an instructor with an international background, I prioritize creating a culturally responsive and inclusive classroom. I incorporate diverse voices and underrepresented perspectives to encourage critical reflection on equity and social structures. This approach helps students become compassionate, informed leaders in an increasingly globalized world.

03

Teaching Experience

1

Instructor

Since Fall 2024, I have independently taught undergraduate course "Public Administration in American Society," developing the curriculum and designing interactive lessons for both in-person and online formats. My teaching consistently receives strong evaluations for clarity, effective, and engaging.

2

TA & Mentor

I have served as a teaching assistant for several public administration courses, supporting instruction through facilitating discussions and engaging with students. I have also actively mentored undergraduate students,  supporting their research development as they grow into emerging scholars.

3

Guest Speaker

I have served as a virtual guest speaker in Taiwan, delivering lectures at National Chengchi University on organizational theory and interdisciplinary research skills, while also mentoring students on their term projects. These experiences reflect my commitment to build bridges between academic communities.

4

High School Teacher

Taught civics to high school students, designing lessons that promoted critical thinking, civic engagement, and real-world application of public concepts. I also held administrative roles, contributing to curriculum planning, student support services, and the coordination of overall school operations.

What Students Say

"Thank you for always making class engaging and fun! From the first class, you have made sure to acknowledge each student. I greatly appreciate your energy and look forward to this class each Thursday!"

2025 Fall

"Super informative and great professor. Very fun class discussions and lenient. Learned a lot from the lectures."

2025 Fall

"Tzu-An used many interactive instructional methods to allow us students to digest the content, such as videos, presentations, group projects, and real-life demonstrations"

2025 Fall

"I enjoyed the open discussions in class. Tzu-An provided us a chance to give feedback and critical applications to our readings."

2025 Fall

"I found that the way Tzu-An call on people frequently makes it very engaging and every student gets to say their thoughts."

2025 Fall

"I liked the discussion feature of this class, having every student participate and contribute their voices to the topics each week. I liked that Tzu-An did not shy away from AI use in the classroom and integrated it within our assignments, as AI is an innovative technology tool to support learning"

2025 Fall

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