Teaching

University of Michigan, Department of Mathematics

Math 116 (Calculus II) - Instructor of Record, Winter 2024, Fall 2022, Winter 2021

Math 115 (Caclculus I) - Instructor of Record, Fall 2020, Winter 2020

Math 105 (Data, Functions & Graphs) - Instructor of Record, Fall 2019

Math 216 (Differential Equations) - Computer Lab Instructor, Winter 2022

Excerpts from teaching evaluations:

• "Shirlyn is one of the nicest teachers I have ever had. you could tell she really cared."

• "Shirlyn was very good at explaining the material and was exceptional at using student feedback throughout the semester to improve the class."

• "very knowledgeable in the subject matter, helped foster student learning through clear and concise explanations and the promotion of teamwork"

• "Shirlyn's explanations of topics were thorough and well–organized. I nearly always left lecture understanding a given topic better than I had before class had started. Shirlyn also handled the switch to remote learning very well. She was patient and willing to work with us to find the best way to move forward in this course. She caught on to online teaching quickly and remained cheerful even when we had issues with videoconferencing platforms/technology/internet/etc. I greatly appreciated all of the time and effort Shirlyn put into her instruction."

• "High quality instruction, and strong enthusiasm."

• "She really cared about her students and always came prepared to class to answer questions an go through examples step by step with us."

• "The quality of instruction was pretty high. Shirlyn treated all students with respect and made sure to answer any questions that were asked."

• "Shirlyn was amazing in helping out during the labs and understanding the applications of the content."