Zulma Jimenez

I view the process of learning scientific knowledge as autocatalytic, where foundational concepts catalyze the understanding of more advanced ideas. My teaching focuses on fostering a strong grasp of basic chemistry principles while emphasizing their interconnectedness through visual media, problem-solving, and demos. I strive to engage students actively, incorporating strategies like oral presentations and POGIL-style experiments to develop critical thinking and collaboration skills. Understanding students’ aspirations and making lessons relevant to their goals is central to my approach, as is mentoring them to support their academic and professional growth.