Teaching

Overview of my instructor and teaching assistant roles.

Instructor of Record

MATH 1700 - Modern Elementary Statistics

Marquette University | Fall 2024

Teaching this course was a highlight of my academic journey. My philosophy centered on making statistics engaging and relatable to students’ everyday lives, transforming a subject often viewed with fear into one of intrigue.

To bridge the gap between theory and reality, I introduced a “Stat of the Day” segment using data from platforms like Statista, covering topics from Black Friday consumer behavior to biomedical statistics. I also utilized creative examples, such as comparing gameplay statistics from “Grand Theft Auto V” vs. “Call of Duty: Warzone”, to demonstrate hypothesis testing in a fun context.

I prioritized inclusive support by offering extended office hours and collaborating with the Lemons Center tutors. This approach yielded exceptional engagement; I received outstanding feedback on RateMyProfessor, with students noting that the course successfully connected statistics to their own fields of study.

Technical Workshops

Workshop Instructor

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences | 2017 – 2020

Designed and conducted a series of technical workshops aimed at graduate students and researchers to improve data literacy and programming skills.

  • Data Visualization: Creating publication-quality graphics using ggplot2.
  • Data Transformation: Efficient data manipulation using the tidyverse (dplyr, tidyr).
  • R Fundamentals: Introduction to base R, data structures, and control flow.
  • Intermediate R: Functional programming and writing efficient code.
  • SQL Fundamentals: Database management and querying for data analysis.

Teaching Assistant

Statistical Methods

Marquette University | Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024

Over three semesters, I supported diverse cohorts of students under different professors. My primary goal was to demystify complex statistical concepts through accessible explanations. I developed a strong rapport with students, resulting in high attendance at office hours and requests for me to TA their future courses.

Calculus 1

Marquette University | Spring 2025, Fall 2025

I assisted undergraduate students in mastering fundamental calculus concepts. I focused on creating a low-stress environment where students felt safe making mistakes. My approach emphasized clarity and patience, leading to strong student-TA relationships.

Previous Academic Roles

Iran | 2011 - 2020

  • Biostatistics (Public Health Students): Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences.
    Led tutorials, graded assignments, and assisted in lectures for public health master’s students.
  • Foundations of Probability: Shahid Beheshti University.
    Teaching Assistant for undergraduate statistics majors.