Melanie Bryan

What is my personal teaching philosophy? That is an excellent question since I have no background in pedagogy or classroom teaching. My philosophy is based on both my professional experiences as well as my experiences as a student. Not being a classically trained education major could be seen as a drawback; however, learning and teaching happen outside of the classroom as well! In my work field, there is a need to create professional training content (both in-person and online), which bridges the educational gap between Universities and Industry.
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After taking numerous classes, certifications, conferences, and training online, I love the online education platform. The virtual environment’s flexibility can’t be matched by static traditional classroom settings for busy working adults. While I have no desire or aspiration to teach in a classroom setting, I love to design online educational courses.
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My personal teaching philosophy relies on the belief that we are each given different gifts; therefore, it is our obligation as teachers to share that gift with our students. We desire to be mentors for our students, and our motivation comes from the inherent fulfillment of witnessing our students grasp information, learn new skills, and build their knowledge base.
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​Looking to the future, the goal is to create online workshops, short courses, webinars, and various training tools. Many of the tools, insights, and design elements learned in this class will help implement a successful training program.
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​It can not be denied that technology is a rapidly changing and developing field. Technologies will continue to expand and proliferate, and I am excited to see what the future holds in technological breakthroughs. Offering online education is a way to bridge the gap between an employee’s traditional education and a rapidly changing technology and skill set.

I look forward to staying abreast of new and upcoming technology and various tools relevant to my online education. Upon completing my master’s degree, I plan to pursue my education in a related field further.