Naomi Levy-Strumpf

Naomi Levy-Strumpf
Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream
Human Biology Program, Faculty of Arts & Science
Since joining the Human Biology Program in 2019, Professor Levy-Strumpf has developed a multifaceted biotechnology curriculum that integrates experiential and academic learning to foster leadership, innovation, and resourcefulness. She collaborates with community and industry partners to create scaffolded experiential learning opportunities and promotes interdisciplinary education tailored to the current landscape of the fast-evolving biotechnology sector. In collaboration with colleagues from the Department of Computer Science and students, and in consultation with industry partners, she is developing e-learning modules that bridge the two disciplines. These modules introduce life science students to fundamental concepts in artificial intelligence, data science and software design for health applications. Committed to providing innovative and unique learning experiences, Professor Levy-Strumpf has adopted digital technology to introduce active learning in large courses and has further developed the platform to facilitate broad-based use across disciplines. She employs a nurturing pedagogy of relationship and care and implements a human-centred design approach where student choice is integral to course design. Her digital pedagogy enables students to explore different approaches to learning, encourages peer-to-peer learning, and creates an active learning cycle that integrates in-class and out-of-class learning spaces to foster a sense of community, curiosity and a love of learning. She implements data-driven design by leveraging Quercus analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of resources and pedagogical strategies and is deeply involved in mentoring faculty and students. Professor Levy-Strumpf is also the recipient of Ranjini (Rini) Ghosh Excellence in Teaching Award and the Faculty of Arts & Science Early Career Outstanding Teaching Award.