2013 Teaching Initiative Award Winner
Adrian R. Lyde, Ph.D.
- Ph.D. in Health Education from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (2008)
- Assistant Professor of Health Education, Department of Health Sciences
Teaching philosophy
Effective instruction happens by planning backwards from the intended learning outcome to differentiated and motivational instruction that: 1) facilitates student learning of knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to be an effective Health Educator; and 2) helps students make meaning of what they learn.
My motivation to become a professor
Comes from my love of Health Education itself. I am a total geek for my field. I wanted to be a part of sharing and creating new knowledge about something I believe so fundamentally supports individual and societal democratic freedom.
Three most valuable approaches that I bring to my teaching practice
1) Realistic but elevated performance expectations/ standards for students (and myself); 2) Clear and specific assignment directions and assessment criteria; and 3) Excitement and true love for my field.
Best compliment from a student
“This course was a lot of work, but I know I will benefit from taking it in the future.”
Most important teaching influence
Joyce V. Fetro, Ph.D. She is the best teacher I have had. When I think of the kind of teacher I want to be, she is it!
Most rewarding aspect of teaching
Helping candidates become excited about Health Education and utilize that excitement to support their work ethic.
