Kristelle Rosario

As a new Accounting Instructor, stepping into the online teaching platform for the first time was both an exciting and humbling experience. With a foundational understanding of accounting principles and a strong academic background, I began teaching entry-level financial and managerial accounting courses to undergraduate students.

Although this was my first formal teaching role, I approached it with a commitment to clarity, patience, and practical application. My teaching style emphasizes conceptual clarity and real-world relevance. I believe students grasp accounting best when they can connect theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, so I often used case studies, simplified business examples, and interactive exercises to bring the material to life. Early in the semester, I noticed students struggled with the abstract nature of debits and credits, so I introduced visual aids like T-accounts and flowcharts to reinforce understanding.

I adopted a student-centered approach, encouraging questions and fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Rather than relying solely on lectures, I incorporated group discussions and problem-solving workshops to keep students engaged. Weekly quizzes and short assignments helped reinforce core topics and allowed me to assess student comprehension in real-time.

Recognizing that students come with diverse learning styles, I made use of a blended learning model, integrating online resources, video walkthroughs, and practice problems on platforms like MyLab Accounting or Canvas. This flexibility allowed students to revisit material at their own pace while staying connected to course objectives.

As an entry-level instructor, I remained open to feedback and continually adapted my methods to better support student success. I also collaborated with senior faculty members to align my course content with department standards and to learn best practices for instructional delivery and assessment.