Teaching Philosophy
"Learning is not so much an additive process, with new learning simply piling up on top of existing
knowledge, as it is an active, dynamic process in which the connections are constantly changing
and the structure reformatted."
K. Patricia Cross
I hear, and I forget. I see, and I remember. I do, and I understand.
Chinese Proverb
The above quotes are two of my favorites about teaching and together summarize my philosophy
about teaching. Learning is about relationships. It is about how information is connected to create
structures of thought. The assimilation and integration of information is what sets us living beings
apart from the non-living. As the quote states, "it is an active, dynamic process."
I believe it is the teacher's role to create an environment to foster these connections. The teacher
helps to guide the student through the maze of information. The way this can be done is illustrated
in the Chinese proverb. Again the emphasis is on active learning. To do is to understand. The
teacher guides and challenges the student through the teacher-student relationship.
"Learning is not so much an additive process, with new learning simply piling up on top of existing
knowledge, as it is an active, dynamic process in which the connections are constantly changing
and the structure reformatted."
K. Patricia Cross
I hear, and I forget. I see, and I remember. I do, and I understand.
Chinese Proverb
The above quotes are two of my favorites about teaching and together summarize my philosophy
about teaching. Learning is about relationships. It is about how information is connected to create
structures of thought. The assimilation and integration of information is what sets us living beings
apart from the non-living. As the quote states, "it is an active, dynamic process."
I believe it is the teacher's role to create an environment to foster these connections. The teacher
helps to guide the student through the maze of information. The way this can be done is illustrated
in the Chinese proverb. Again the emphasis is on active learning. To do is to understand. The
teacher guides and challenges the student through the teacher-student relationship.
Education
BA Psychology Eckerd College (with distinction)
Doctor of Chiropractic Parker College
Diplomas in Electronics Technology and Computer Servicing
Work Experience
Life Sciences Instructor for Moraine Park Technical College full-time.
Over 14 years as a chiropractor in private practice. Owned and operated 3 successful clinics.
Electrical Engineering Assistant. Digital circuit design
Owned Sports Sciences company. Performed consulting and coaching services.
Books/Projects:
Author of "Unlocking the Healing Code" published 2007 by Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd
Presently writing a new book on reality: "Unlocking the Reality Code"
Author of ebook "Secrets of Healing with Nutrition and Herbs"
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS:
INTERNATIONAL:
Professional Skaters Association, World Conference, Chicago, Illinois. Muscular Imbalances in
Competitive Figure Skaters. Presented lecture and workshop on evaluation, biomechanics and
treatment of muscular imbalances in competitive figure skaters.
NATIONAL:
League for Innovation Conference on Information Technology. An Online Anatomy and Physiology
course with laboratory
Professional Skaters Association, National Conference. Orlando, Florida. Sports Injuries in
Competitive Figure Skaters. Evaluation and Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries in Competitive
Figure Skaters.
REGIONAL:
Professional Skaters Association, Regional Coaches Conference. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Sport
Specific Muscular Imbalances in Competitive Figure Skaters.
Professional Skaters Association, Regional Coaches Conference. Madison, Wisconsin. Evaluating
and Treating Sports Injuries.
Professional Skaters Association. Regional Coaches Conference. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Sports
Nutrition Workshop.
LOCAL:
Moraine Park Technical College, Unlocking the Healing Code.
New Thought Church. Unlocking the Reality Code. Presentation on affecting reality.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute. Introduction to Complimentary Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Lecture on Alternative Medicine Modalities and Integration into the medical system.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute, Mind-Body Healing, Lecture on physiological aspects of
mind-body healing.
Alverno College, Energy Workshop, Nutrition for Energy.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute, Healing with Nutrition. Presented lecture series on clinical
nutrition.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute. Nutrition for Peak Performance. Presented lecture series on
sports nutrition.
Mount Mary College, Non-credit course. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Healing with Nutrition. Presented
lecture on clinical nutrition.
Alverno College, Association of Administrative Assistants annual worksho. Effective Ergonomics in
the Workplace.
Interests
I have been playing fingerstyle guitar for over 30 years and have recorded two CDs. My music has
been used on local documentaries.
BA Psychology Eckerd College (with distinction)
Doctor of Chiropractic Parker College
Diplomas in Electronics Technology and Computer Servicing
Work Experience
Life Sciences Instructor for Moraine Park Technical College full-time.
Over 14 years as a chiropractor in private practice. Owned and operated 3 successful clinics.
Electrical Engineering Assistant. Digital circuit design
Owned Sports Sciences company. Performed consulting and coaching services.
Books/Projects:
Author of "Unlocking the Healing Code" published 2007 by Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd
Presently writing a new book on reality: "Unlocking the Reality Code"
Author of ebook "Secrets of Healing with Nutrition and Herbs"
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS:
INTERNATIONAL:
Professional Skaters Association, World Conference, Chicago, Illinois. Muscular Imbalances in
Competitive Figure Skaters. Presented lecture and workshop on evaluation, biomechanics and
treatment of muscular imbalances in competitive figure skaters.
NATIONAL:
League for Innovation Conference on Information Technology. An Online Anatomy and Physiology
course with laboratory
Professional Skaters Association, National Conference. Orlando, Florida. Sports Injuries in
Competitive Figure Skaters. Evaluation and Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries in Competitive
Figure Skaters.
REGIONAL:
Professional Skaters Association, Regional Coaches Conference. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Sport
Specific Muscular Imbalances in Competitive Figure Skaters.
Professional Skaters Association, Regional Coaches Conference. Madison, Wisconsin. Evaluating
and Treating Sports Injuries.
Professional Skaters Association. Regional Coaches Conference. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Sports
Nutrition Workshop.
LOCAL:
Moraine Park Technical College, Unlocking the Healing Code.
New Thought Church. Unlocking the Reality Code. Presentation on affecting reality.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute. Introduction to Complimentary Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Lecture on Alternative Medicine Modalities and Integration into the medical system.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute, Mind-Body Healing, Lecture on physiological aspects of
mind-body healing.
Alverno College, Energy Workshop, Nutrition for Energy.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute, Healing with Nutrition. Presented lecture series on clinical
nutrition.
Alverno College, Telesis Institute. Nutrition for Peak Performance. Presented lecture series on
sports nutrition.
Mount Mary College, Non-credit course. Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Healing with Nutrition. Presented
lecture on clinical nutrition.
Alverno College, Association of Administrative Assistants annual worksho. Effective Ergonomics in
the Workplace.
Interests
I have been playing fingerstyle guitar for over 30 years and have recorded two CDs. My music has
been used on local documentaries.
Dr. Bruce Forciea
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