My teaching centers on applying philosophical concepts to real-life examples and fostering critical thinking. I combine explicit instruction with problem-based learning and take an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging students to explore connections with fields such as economics, medicine, technology, and popular culture. While teaching at the University at Buffalo, students consistently highlighted the clarity of my lectures and the welcoming environment I created, with an average evaluation rating of 4.6 out 5. My dedication to teaching was also recognized with the Outstanding Graduate Instructor Award from the Department in Fall 2023.
In addition to teaching introductory course, I am prepared to teach a range of upper-level Applied Ethics courses, including Ethics of Emerging Technologies and Medical Ethics.
Teaching Experience
SUNY Niagara
- Introduction to Philosophy
University at Buffalo
- Contemporary Moral Problems (x2)
- Introduction to Ethics
- Critical Thinking (x2)
- Philosophy of Science*
- Medical Ethics*
- Introduction to Philosophy*
- Philosophy of Mind*
* Courses marked with an asterisk were taught as teaching assistant.
Gloria Sansò 