My name is Julie Panetta, and I am a Dental Anatomy and Clinical Dental Hygiene instructor at Middlesex County College in Edison, NJ. I am also an alumnus of the Middlesex County College Dental Hygiene program (2004) and the University of Bridgeport Bachelors and Masters Online Dental Hygiene programs (2013, 2015).Within my 5 years as an adjunct professor and 15 years as a clinical dental hygienist, I am a motivational promoter of continuous learning to all my students. Within my teaching style, I always incorporate my personalworking experience in dental hygiene within my teaching methodology to promote the importance of lifelong learning and the development of effective critical thinking skills. Having experience of online learning tools, my students have a well-balanced learning environment that adapts to their individual learning styles and educational needs. As an alumnus of the University of Bridgeport Dental Hygiene B.S. and M.S. online programs, I fullyunderstand the importance of implementing individual, student-centered strategies, student-led discussions and evidence-based learning within a successful online course. My experience as an online student has greatly impacted on my role as a successful educator. I continue to encourage my students in furthering their education showing the importance of their role within the advancement of the dental hygiene profession and all other aspects of their career. I am here to help in any way to improve your study skills and master your learning materials. I enjoy one-to-one instruction for a more tailored and detailed learning experience. Together we can help you achieve your continued studies to the highest degree. Be well and safe! J.Panetta

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