Staff
The team you will be closely working with throughout the semester. Our #1 objective here is to serve you and ensure you have a good time. Let’s keep that in mind :)
Instructor
Ali Krema
Why teaching?
Teaching to me is a form of art. I worked as a Teaching Assistant in CIS2400 for three semesters, and it has been undoubtedly the highlight of my time at Penn. The single most satisfying experience is to leave a positive mark in someone’s life, to make them enjoy what they learn, to build a human connection and defuse their anxieties. A teacher is a psychologist, an expert, an influencer - in the original sense of the word prior to social media - a friend, a mentor, and a role model. Reading this, you probably thought of your favorite teacher, and similarly you can think of that one teacher that made you hate their subject in a blink. The mark is there. Nothing is as meaningful as easing a learner’s worry while simultaneously optimizing their journey. It is an act of service and giving; and it is always an honor to give.
Teaching Assistant
Natalie Ho
Throughout my time at Penn, I have often found immense support in the CIS TA staff—whether in coursework help, career advice, or simply someone to talk to. However, as a CIS and Econ double major I never found the time to TA a course myself. Thus, for my last semester here at Penn, one of my goals is reciprocate the support I have gratefully received during my past four years. In CIS 1950, I am excited to combine my passions in Android development and helping and teaching others, all towards the aspiration of giving back to the CIS community.