Joanne Fowlie

Courses taught: Records Management, Bookkeeping, Legal Research, Project Management, Market Research, Organizational Behaviour

Facilitated student understanding by designing interactive and engaging classes

Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.

Encouraged class participation by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using real-world examples and case studies

Evaluated student progress using formative and summative assessments and rubrics to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement

Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates

Maintained regular in-person and virtual office hours and to provide struggling students with additional course help

Collection Development - Researched and acquired new library materials (print, electronic, video)In Business and Management Studies subject areas and administered related budget

Created subject Research Guides using LibGuides to support student use of resources

Collaborated with Professors to create research-based assignments

Created and delivered subject seminars and database research training to faculty and students

Conducted comprehensive collection analysis to optimize resource allocation and budget management

Created and delivered a student credit course titled "Introduction to Business Research" that focused on research techniques and business resources

Provided ongoing support and professional development opportunities for staff members

Collaborated with faculty to develop tailored research guides for course-specific assignments, resulting in improved student outcomes

Provided Reference services (in-person and virtual via AskOn) across all subject areas to students