Teaching
My teaching philosophy is strongly based on the belief that university education should foster analytical and critical thinking skills in students. Many educational systems have traditionally relied heavily on mainstream textbooks, which often present established theories as the sole framework of learning. While textbooks can provide a solid foundation, it is essential to supplement them with practical and empirical applications. This approach allows students to empirically test the plausibility of theories and encourages them to develop alternative perspectives.
I aim to cultivate an environment where students understand that mainstream theories are not fixed or immune to critique. They should be empowered to question and challenge these theories, fostering a spirit of intellectual curiosity. By doing so, students can learn to combine concrete facts with effective storytelling, enhancing their ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
By promoting analytical and critical thinking, and by encouraging students to explore alternative perspectives, I believe that university education can better prepare students for a rapidly evolving world where adaptability, creativity, and independent thought are highly valued.
Professor, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada
· Agricultural Trade Relations at the graduate level (Winter semesters, 2017-present)
· Food and International Development (Fall semesters, 2018-present)
· Poverty, Food, and Hunger at the undergraduate level (Winter Semesters, 2018-present)
Lecturer, Aarhus University, Denmark
International Economic Integration at the graduate level (Spring 2017)
Research in Global Business at the undergraduate level (Fall 2016)
Trade and International Economics at the undergraduate level (Fall 2013 & 2014)
Teaching Assistant, Aarhus University, Denmark
Microeconomics at the undergraduate level (Fall 2013)
Business Strategy/Game Theory at the undergraduate level (Spring 2013)
Macroeconomics at the undergraduate level (Spring 2013)
Assistant Lecturer, University of Professional Studies, Accra, Ghana
Research Methods at the undergraduate level (Feb-June 2012)
Managerial Economics at the undergraduate level (Feb-June 2012)
Quantitative Methods at the undergraduate level (July-Sept 2011)
Business Statistics at the undergraduate level (July-Sept 2011)
Course Instructor, ISS, Erasmus University of Rotterdam, Netherlands
Advanced Microsoft Excel for Data Analysis at the graduate level (Nov-Dec 2010)