Teaching philosophy
I strive to achieve excellence in teaching by embracing the following pedagogical goals: (a) create a supportive, inclusive learning environment, (b) help students apply knowledge and skills to real-life teaching and research contexts, and (c) integrate scientific research evidence into special education teaching. Moreover, I am committed to mentoring doctoral students.
I view doctoral students as colleagues and provide them with individualized support to help them become independent researchers. Such efforts include engaging students in all stages of the research projects, from conceptualizing a study and writing grant proposals to collecting and analyzing data as well as writing up manuscripts. Throughout this process, I support students’ critical thinking and writing skills and provide scaffolds to hone their quantitative methods skills.
CEP 801A Consultation and Collaboration
Courses Taught at Michigan State University / Online MA / Role: Instructor
This course is designed to provide special education teachers with knowledge and skills related to facilitating collaborative relationships between individuals who work for students at risk or with disabilities (school professionals and parents). In addition, this course will help teachers understand the contexts in which collaboration and consultation occur in schools: Problem solving team meetings for Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS), including RTI and Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS), IEP meetings, and co-teaching and professional development teams (peer coaching).
"Eunsoo is a wonderful instructor! Her weekly video recaps and content overviews are current and relevant. I appreciated that she took the time to recognize student's work and thoughts from the weekly discussion posts. The additional time she spends to upload the weekly videos demonstrates that she is invested in helping her students learn the content. Additionally, Eunsoo seeks feedback throughout the semester regarding the pacing of class, assignments. She is accommodating to this feedback. Eunsoo's attention to course content, flexibility, quick responses to emails, etc. demonstrates that she genuinely cares about her students."
"The instructor was committed to stimulating discussion and helping us understand course content in a realistic context."
"This course was fantastic! It gave many insights into the topic and the instructor was always there with feedback and help within 24 hours."
CEP 803A Assessment for Mild Disabilities
Courses Taught at Michigan State University / Online MA / Role: Instructor
This course is designed to provide a clear guide to the assessment of students with mild (or high incidence) disabilities that can help teachers (a) understand strengths and weaknesses of their students and (b) design effective instruction for the student. This class will provide teachers with understanding of the connection between gathering assessment information and using it to make informed decisions. Topics covered include: special education assessment process, measurement concepts, concrete and practical skills for using norm-reference tests, curriculum-based measures, dynamic assessment, high-stakes testing and accountability, testing accommodation/modification, communicating assessment results with parents, and assessment of language minority learners.
"The instructor is very thorough and has high standards. There was a very clear routine that was easy to follow"
"The instructor was very flexible and eager to further our understanding of the material."
"The amount of knowledge I gained, even though I have taken a similar course at another college, was amazing. I feel better equipped to work with students and colleagues after taking this course."
"The content was integral to the program, and the instructor and her assistant were very knowledgeable and helpful in their guidance with what was covered."