My Teaching Philosophy
When I step into the classroom, I recognize the immense potential to influence and enrich my students’ lives. This sense of responsibility fuels my passion for teaching and drives me to make a meaningful difference.
My approach to teaching is deeply rooted in my experiences as a student. When I struggled with a subject, I would ask myself, “Why does this seem so complex? If it’s truly difficult, how have so many others mastered it before me?” This led me to realize that even the most complex subjects are built upon a few foundational ideas. Once these core concepts are understood, the subject becomes far less intimidating. This insight forms the cornerstone of my teaching philosophy. I believe that if students do not realize this, they can easily get lost and resort to memorizing various problem-solving methods, which becomes overwhelming and impractical.
Courses Taught
ME/AE 5481 – Mechanical And Aerospace Control Systems
- Fall 2025
Synthesis of mechanical and aerospace systems to perform specific control functions. Response and stability are studied. Singular value analysis for stability margins is introduced.
ME361
This is the undergraduate dynamics course I taught at MSU.
- Semester taught: [Spring 24, Fall 24]
ME461
This is the undergraduate Vibrations course I taught at MSU.
- Semester taught: [Spring 23, Fall 23, Spring 25]
Teaching Methods and Approaches
I believe that repetition and revision are vital to mastering foundational concepts. It is easy to forget simple things, and when this happens, students can quickly feel overwhelmed, lose motivation, and experience a decline in confidence. By regularly revisiting the basics and emphasizing key ideas, I help students build a solid understanding and overcome their fears. I also strive to connect classroom material to real-world applications through videos, hardware demonstrations, and anecdotes from my own industry experience to make the subject matter more relatable and engaging.-on approach and incorporate real-world examples and case studies wherever possible.
Student Engagement
Beyond the classroom, I particularly enjoy interactions during my office hours, which students have specifically appreciated in their feedback. Teaching is more than just a job to me; it is a service that brings immense personal and professional satisfaction. It is a significant reason why I am drawn to academia, and it indirectly drives me to excel in my research.
Office Hours
To be announced.
Professional Development
I am dedicated to continuous professional growth and regularly attend workshops and seminars on teaching innovations and pedagogy. I also participate in ASME and IEEE conferences to stay current in my field and in the realm of education.
Resources for Students
Coming soon.
Contact
Feel free to reach out to me at my work email or during my office hours for any questions or clarifications.