James Tullos
Tupelo,MS
Summary
Student-centered Professor with expertise in Philosophy, English and Artificial Intelligence. Offers a 20+ year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals. Inspiring Professor brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership experience. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses. Extensive background in technology and incorporating AI in instructional settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
University-professor
Itawamba Community College
08.2009 - Current
- Encouraged class interaction by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to help students reach learning objectives in English Comp courses and World Lit courses.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures.
- Increased student retention rates by offering additional office hours and one-on-one mentoring sessions.
- Developed innovative teaching methods to adapt to diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student engagement and participation.
- Leveraged technology to enhance student learning experiences, incorporating multimedia presentations and online discussion forums.
- Served on university committees, advocating for faculty interests and promoting academic excellence across all disciplines.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
Instructor
Georgia State University
- 05.2000
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, resulting in better understanding for all students.
Education
Ph.D. - Philosophy
University of Georgia
Athens, GA06.1998
Master of Arts - MA Philosophy, Graduate Minor English (18 Hours)
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Mentoring abilities
- Student Engagement
- Expertise in subject matter
- Online Instruction
- Interdisciplinary Knowledge
- Academic advising
- Technological proficiency
- Technology Integration
Timeline
University-professor
Itawamba Community College
08.2009 - Current
Instructor
Georgia State University
- 05.2000
Ph.D. - Philosophy
University of Georgia
Master of Arts - MA Philosophy, Graduate Minor English (18 Hours)
University of Southern Mississippi
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