COS Christabel Obuobi Sarpomaa Teaching Portfolio

Christabel Obuobi Sarpomaa, BA
Department of Sociology | Ohio University

This portfolio showcases my teaching philosophy, course materials, and instructional techniques designed to support student learning and engagement.

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  • Teaching focus Student-centered instruction that encourages participation, reflection, and growth
  • Course materials Syllabi, reading plans, assignments, and classroom resources.
  • Instructional approach Techniques designed to support active learning, clarity, and sustained student engagement

About Me

Hello, I am
Christabel Obuobi Sarpomaa.

I hold a double major in Sociology and Public Administration from the University of Ghana and currently pursuing graduate studies in Sociology. My academic journey has allowed me to deepen my interest in gender studies, an area I am particularly passionate about exploring academically and beyond.

I have a strong foundation in sociological theory, research methods, and gender studies. My teaching interests include social inequality, gender, and the application of sociological concepts to everyday life.

My training in teaching sociology has equipped me with skills in course design, assessment, and teaching. I am especially committed to helping students develop critical thinking skills and put on their sociological imagination lens to better understand real-world issues.

I aspire to become a professor of sociology and, as an instructor, I strive to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel encouraged to participate, think critically, and connect course material to their own lived experiences.

Lecture Material

Lecture slides and teaching video.

Guest Lecture Materials

This lecture introduces students to sociological research methods, including research design, data collection, and key tools such as surveys, interviews and observation. It also highlights the role of ethics in conducting responsible sociological research.

Lecture Slide (PDF)

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Lecture Video

Micro Lecture Materials

This short lecture introduces the sociological imagination by examining youth unemployment in Ghana, highlighting the connection between personal troubles and public issues. It encourages students to move beyond individual explanations and consider broader social and structural factors.

Lecture Slide (PDF)

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Lecture Video

Evaluation

Teaching evaluations and feedback sources.

Evaluation

These evaluation materials show how feedback from instructors, mentors, hosts, and students contributes to reflective teaching practice and continued growth in the classroom.

The section is organized around two teaching settings: the micro lecture and the guest lecture, each with the relevant evaluation sources identified clearly.

Micro Lecture & Guest Lecture

Instructor's Evaluation

Feedback from the instructor highlights the effectiveness of the micro lecture in presenting content clearly, maintaining structure, and supporting student understanding.

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Guest Lecture

Mentor's Evaluation

The mentor's evaluation reflects on preparation, instructional approach, and the overall quality of delivery in the guest lecture.

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Guest Lecture

Host's Evaluation

The host's evaluation provides an external perspective on the relevance of the lecture, classroom presence, and effectiveness of communication with students.

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Guest Lecture

Students' Evaluation

Student feedback captures responses to engagement, clarity, and the usefulness of examples and interactive elements used during the guest lecture.

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Documents

Curriculum Vitae

This CV provides an overview of my academic background, teaching experience, and research interests in sociology.

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Teaching Philosophy

This statement outlines my approach to teaching, emphasizing student-centered learning, critical thinking, and the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

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Course Syllabus

This syllabus demonstrates my approach to course organization, clear communication of expectations, and integration of student support resources to promote academic success.

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Critical Thinking Assignment

This critical thinking assignment engages students in analyzing youth unemployment through the sociological imagination. It uses a structured "Think-Group-Rethink" approach to deepen analysis.

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Contact

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Address 366 Richland Avenue
Athens OH 45701 - Ohio University
Email cs050025@ohio.edu
Phone Number +17409079729