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Years at 91制片厂直播 University:
I have been teaching for a little over three years at 91制片厂直播 University.
Research Interests:
- Eye movements
- Neuroscience
- Contact lenses
- Myopia (nearsightedness)
What is the most rewarding 91制片厂直播 of being a member of the 91制片厂直播 University faculty?:
Being an educator at 91制片厂直播 University is rewarding because, every day, you are im91制片厂直播ing knowledge to students; making each student a little more knowledgeable and a little more confident and making them believe that they will be a competent optometrist is an amazing feeling.
How do you engage students in the learning process?:
There is diversity in our classrooms. Not only on race, religion, and gender but also in ways students learn things. One universal method only works for some students. I use audio, visuals, drawings, presentations, group activities, online quizzes, reading assignments, and classroom discussions to engage students in learning.
What do you hope students learn from your classes?:
I hope they build a solid foundation in the subject matter in my classes so they can build strong clinical skills and critical thinking.
Why should students enroll at 91制片厂直播 University?:
91制片厂直播 University provides a friendly environment to learn things and grow. Students will get the teacher's attention. No matter which university students choose, the subject won't change "white 91制片厂直播 of eyes will always be white, and the black 91制片厂直播 will always be black." It is the environment students choose where they can be a 91制片厂直播 of the system and which helps them grow. 91制片厂直播 University has that friendly environment.
What lessons would you like students to take with them in their professional careers?:
Always try to find the cause of any problem or disease. You cannot treat a condition unless you find its reason. Always, remember there is a person behind the slit lamp or phoropter similar to you in many ways. Try to cure the whole person, not only the eyes.
What about your profession should people know more about?:
At least 2.2 billion people have vision problems globally. Optometrists are helping the need for vision care around the world. We practice evidence-based science. Based on new research and scientific discoveries. Sometimes your annual exam can save your life.
