Emily M. Hastings, Ph.D.

Emily M. Hastings, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (she/her)

Teaching

Teaching Philosophy Statement

CS 335: Algorithms

Undergraduate course, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Department of Computer Science, 2023

Certificate in Foundations of Teaching

Certification, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning, 2021

Earned UIUC CITL Certificate of Foundations in Teaching.

Teaching Assistant for User Interface Design

Undergraduate course, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Department of Computer Science, 2021

Ran design studio sections, gave feedback on and evaluated course projects, developed exams, and held office hours.

Introduction to Computer Science

Learning Module, Common Ground Research Networks Learning Design and Leadership Modules, 2017

This learning module is intended to be an introduction to computer science suitable for K-12 students, along the same lines as the Girls Who Code program, or a summer “College for Kids” course, though it would be equally applicable to beginning undergraduate students in their first computer science course. It provides an overview of what computer science is and what computer scientists do, an introduction to four key concepts of CS (loops, variables, conditionals, and functions), and suggestions for next steps students can take to continue their journey learning CS.

Teaching Assistant in the Costume Shop

Undergraduate course, Knox College, Department of Theatre, 2013

Built garments for college theatrical shows, mentored students on individual projects, and presented costume research to classes.

Math Tutor

Tutoring position, Self-employed, 2009

Helped junior high school students with homework and introduced topics before they were covered in class.