The Freelance Professor

Deconstructing Higher Ed- Homework

Homework is a universal feature of modern education. In principle, it serves to provide students with practice using the skills they learn via lectures and textbooks, as well as a method to demonstrate competence. In practice, there are a multitude of ways to incorporate homework into a course, depending on the level, goals, and content…

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My Journey in Higher Education

Hello! My name is Dr. Julie Barringer, aka the Freelance Professor. I’m a Detroit-born scientist, educator, and entrepreneur. I have recently decided to commit full time to helping college students master the content of their technical courses. As a part of that mission, I have started this blog to share my thoughts and insights on…

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Dr. Julie Barringer is a material scientist and educator with a passion for education in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering fields. She is an experienced educator, and is committed to helping students thrive in their academics.

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Weekly Thoughts on Higher Education

Higher education is complex and challenging. Learn more about how to navigate it and how it informs my teaching philosophy.