I have always admired the aphorism penned by William Ward: “The mediocre teacher tells; the good teacher explains; the superior teacher demonstrates; the great teacher inspires.” Drawing on the models of the teachers who have inspired me during my own studies, I seek to ground my teaching pedagogy both on sound academic foundations and on innovative means of connecting with students in the contemporary environment. 

My outlook on teaching is based strongly on my professional experience in the field, as well as my background in interdisciplinary research. I seek to prepare students for the needs of today’s world, both inside and beyond academia. My strong belief is that the real task of university education is to create self-motivated and independent learners and thinkers. I also emphasize broad and syncretic thinking through learning experiences in which design principles are conveyed together with innovations in other areas of knowledge.