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Kalman J. Andrassy
Sociology Professor
Cerritos,CA
Summary
Educator with extensive experience teaching face-to-face and online Sociology and related courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Overview
5
5
Languages
4
4
Certifications
10
10
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sociology Instructor (Online MA Program)
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
01.2018 - Current
- Design and deliver effective online instruction and coursework for
Master’s level Sociology courses including Program Evaluation, Survey Research Methods, and Introduction to Applied Research Methods. - Developed educational resources websites to create a comprehensive interactive experience in which students engaged in real-world evaluative studies.
Sociology Lecturer
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, California
08.2014 - Present
- Designed and delivered instruction on topics in Sociology including Statistics, Social Statistics, Data Analysis, Introduction to Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods, and Quantitative Research Methods.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Oversaw student projects and advised on focus, methodology and report generation.
- Successfully mentored students in the Sociology honors program and those presenting research projects at conferences.
Adjunct Economics Professor
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, California
02.2013 - Current
- Design and deliver effective instruction and coursework in Economics and Management including Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Personnel Management, and Operations Management.
- Developed electronic course descriptions and maintained database on student learning objectives for courses.
- Reviewed and approved Economics Associate Degree Transfer program learning outcomes (PLO) and student learning outcomes (SLO).
Adjunct Sociology Faculty
Stanton University
Stanton, California
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Develop and teach general education courses including Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Public Administration, and Intercultural Relations.
- Created corresponding educational resources website.
- Participated in accreditation interviews for the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Sociology Lecturer
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, California
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Taught Social Statistics course in lieu of professor on administrative leave.
- Oversaw the planning, development, data collection, and analysis of dozens of student research studies.
Adjunct Political Science Faculty
Westwood College
Torrance And Anaheim, California
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Taught General Education and Political Science coursework including United States Government, Political Science, Contemporary World History, Ethics and Critical Thinking, Society and Technology, Intercultural Relations, and Computer Applications.
- Engaged in retention efforts and coaching programs.
- Earned instructor of the semester award on three separate occasions.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctor of Public Administration
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 06.2011 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - Applied Sociology
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL 06.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Master of Public Administration
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA 03.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA 08.2000 - 12.2003
Skills
Lecturing Expertise
Course Design
Research Management
Student Mentoring
Online Instruction and Learning Management
Quantitative and Qualitative Methods
Program Evaluation
Statistics and Data Analysis
Software
Blackboard
Beachboard
Etudes
Moodle
SPSS
PSPP
R
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Certification
Canvas Online Teaching
Affiliations
- American Sociology Association
- American Society of Public Administration
- Municipal Management Association of Southern California
- Global Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration (Former Vice President of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Chapter)
Selected Publications
- A Guide to Research Methods in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. 2020. Kendall Hunt Publishing.
- Ask the Expert: Quantitative Methods. 2017. In Sociological You: NextGen Introductory Sociology. Co-authors Angela Thompson and Keith Whitworth. Fort Worth, TX: United Instructors and Textbook Authors Co-Op.
- Determining the feasibility of a geopolitical analyst foreign deployment program. 2013. Valdosta State University.
- Extremism from Both Sides. 2011. Co-author Brian Finch. In Global Terrorism Review. El Segundo, CA: NC4, Inc.
- Policy assessment considerations and expert opinion on the development of a model vocational rehabilitation program for the city of Los Angeles. 2008. Cal Poly Pomona.
Timeline
Adjunct Sociology Faculty
Stanton University
01.2019 - 12.2019
Sociology Instructor (Online MA Program)
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
01.2018 - Current
Sociology Lecturer
California State University, Fullerton
09.2017 - 12.2017
Canvas Online Teaching
07-2016
Master of Arts - Applied Sociology
University of Alabama At Birmingham
06.2015 - 08.2017
Sociology Lecturer
California State University, Long Beach
08.2014 - Present
Community College Teaching
06-2014
Etudes Online Teaching
07-2013
Adjunct Economics Professor
Los Angeles Southwest College
02.2013 - Current
Ph.D. - Doctor of Public Administration
Valdosta State University
06.2011 - 08.2013
Adjunct Political Science Faculty
Westwood College
01.2010 - 12.2015
FEMA Professional Series Emergency Management
08-2007
Master of Science - Master of Public Administration
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
03.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
08.2000 - 12.2003