Dr. Jerome Z Boikai
Canton
Summary
Dynamic adjunct professor with a proven record in curriculum development, student engagement, and mentorship. Committed to fostering critical thinking and collaboration in diverse learning environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Wayne County Community College NW Campus
Detroit
08.2004 - Current
- Delivered lectures and facilitated discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Mentored students through academic advising and research project guidance.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback regularly.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Maintained students' attendance records, grades and reports in strict confidence.
- Mentored and motivated students to increase class participation.
- Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
- Structured assignments with clear goals and criteria for assessment.
- Developed and implemented course materials, such as syllabi, lectures, readings, assignments and exams.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student performance and monitor progress.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
Adjunct Professor of History
Wayne County Community College NW Campus
Detroit
08.2004 - Current
- Developed engaging lectures on historical events and themes.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Evaluated student assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Designed course materials that aligned with academic standards.
- Mentored students in research techniques and historical analysis.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, projects, papers, and presentations.
- Created and implemented engaging lesson plans that incorporated primary sources, visual aids, and activities.
- Encouraged critical thinking in class discussions by posing questions and facilitating debate.
- Reviewed student assignments to ensure accuracy and provided feedback for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other data related to student performance.
- Conducted research into relevant topics related to course content to ensure accuracy of information presented during lectures.
- Provided guidance to students regarding their academic progress and career goals.
- Created assessment tools to measure student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated discussions among students to encourage critical thinking skills.
- Controlled classroom behavior through clearly established etiquette guidelines.
- Applied many pedagogical methodologies to improve learning development among every type of student.
- Researched western and non-western cultures to build cross-cultural empathy.
- Developed research assignments to encourage engagement through exploration of history.
- Maintained ethical standards and status as role model to students by adhering to professional ethics at all times when presenting lessons and interacting with students.
- Evaluated and documented student learning and growth.
- Maintained strong knowledge and memory of important history dates, locations and events.
- Kept abreast of developments by reading current literature, conversing with colleagues and participating in professional conferences.
Adjunct Professor/Digital Media Instructor
Wayne County Community College NW Campus
Detroit
08.2004 - Current
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student learning.
- Graded assignments and provided constructive feedback to students.
- Prepared, administered and graded exams and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed and adjusted course syllabus according to curriculum and university guidelines.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester utilizing attendance records, grade reports, and other data sources.
- Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
- Implemented different teaching styles to meet needs of diverse student population.
- Sourced appropriate course materials to support variety of student learning needs and styles and deliver content in relevant, distinctive ways.
- Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
- Integrated technology into the classroom environment to enhance instruction and facilitate communication with students.
- Completed recordings via video and audio media of classroom lessons, tests, and special instructions for online courses and use by special needs students.
- Integrated multimedia technology in classroom instruction for well-rounded and engaging approach to instruction.
- Assisted students in achieving completion of learning objectives.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Developed engaging digital media curriculum for diverse student groups.
- Facilitated hands-on workshops in video editing and graphic design.
- Evaluated student performance through assignments and practical projects.
- Evaluated existing instructional materials used in digital media courses and made recommendations for improvement.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive digital media curriculum for students.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2000
Ph.D. - Mass Media (Radio, TV, Film, Theatre, Journalism)
Wayne State University)
Detroit, Michigan06-1988
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Classroom technology
- Digital media instruction
- Historical analysis
- Critical thinking
Affiliations
Mentor Students
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Wayne County Community College NW Campus
08.2004 - Current
Adjunct Professor of History
Wayne County Community College NW Campus
08.2004 - Current
Adjunct Professor/Digital Media Instructor
Wayne County Community College NW Campus
08.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - History
Howard University
Ph.D. - Mass Media (Radio, TV, Film, Theatre, Journalism)
Wayne State University)