Students are often anxious about taking an intro astronomy course because they are largely non-science majors and may have had bad past experiences with math and science. I strive to create an environment where students feel intellectually safe. I normalize the idea that everyone makes mistakes during the process of learning, and provide students with time to articulate ideas to others. By week 7, you’ll probably be able to observe students celebrating their wins during class. I am proud to be able to get students engaged in and excited about astronomy despite the math and science “baggage” they start out with.

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Location: Willamette 100

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