teaching

Since 2021, I started teaching at LSE. This is the list of courses I have taught so far:

SO100 – Key Concepts: Introduction to Social Theory (Course Description) /
Highly commended for LSESU Teaching Awards (Feedback and Communication) / Highly commended for LSE Class Teacher Awards 2022

The course aims to introduce students to sociological theory by examining the work and ideas of normally eight key thinkers in social thought. For each thinker, the course will provide an overview of their contribution to the discipline of sociology, examine in detail one or more of their important texts, and also consider how their analysis could be applied to contemporary social issues.

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Self-evaluation:

My experience of being a class teacher (Graduate Teacher Assistant, or GTA at LSE) confirmed my passion for teaching. I was lucky to have motivated, rigorous and brilliant students. I have developed various teaching techniques, valuing group discussion, oral presentation, the use of interactive platforms in class and reflective writing in the case of sensitive issues such as race/racism with W. E. B. Du Bois and gender with Judith Butler. I came away from this experience with a desire to acquire new teaching skills and experience.

Student Feedback:

“Remy’s teaching enables us to challenge things that have been taken as fact. He inspires me to dive deeper into longstanding theories and to challenge them, looking specifically at how they relate to today’s society and within the global context.”

“Often he comments on how I have developed my work from my previous essay and it is clear he has taken the time to reread (or just remembers) my past work which makes a huge difference than had he treated my essay is if it was an isolated piece of work. I really appreciate all the feedback he has given me this year and how much care he has put into supporting my academic development.”

“Rémy always, ALWAYS looks after us. He does a million times more than what is asked of him, often before it’s even been asked, and he also does this for students that aren’t his. Rémy gives us practical, real-life support for both academic and personal matters. His teaching stands out because of his care. During classes Rémy makes a point of hearing all our thoughts. From teaching feedback, to course content, to our general health. I know I wouldn’t still be at LSE if it weren’t for having at least one friendly face that notices when I’m not there or if I’m quiet, who checks in on me sincerely, and who does all this just because he wants to.”