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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
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
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