Teaching
Our teaching is grounded in the belief that science plays a crucial role in society. It not only creates and advances knowledge but also prepares students to navigate an increasingly complex and fast-changing world. In a time marked by misinformation, populism, and global challenges, we aim to foster a learning environment where students develop the ability to think critically, communicate effectively, collaborate constructively, and approach problems with creativity (the 4Cs). We encourage students to question assumptions, engage thoughtfully with evidence, express ideas clearly, and work with others to generate innovative and practical solutions. We are committed to inclusive teaching practices that support all students, taking into account diverse learning styles, backgrounds, disabilities, neurodiversity, and prior experiences. Through our passion for science, active learning approaches, and real-world examples drawn from the latest research, we strive to help students take ownership of their learning. Below are the modules that Manon has led and taught, with contributions from various members of our lab to several additional modules.
coordination
Interdisciplinary Cognition Journal Club (everyone welcome)
Origins of Mind: Evolutionary & developmental perspectives (MSc course)
The Impact of Science (BSc, 4th year)
Psychology & Neuroscience Colloquium (BSc, 4th year)
Research Projects (MSc)
current teaching
PN1901
PN4050/4299
PN4060
PN4108
PN4123
PN5010
PN5011
PN5013
Introduction to Psychology (Evening degree)
Research Project (BSc, 4th year)
The Impact of Science (BSc, 4th year)
Animal Models (BSc, 4th year)
Psychology & Neuroscience Colloquium (BSc, 4th year)
Principal Approaches to the Origins of Mind (MSc)
Empirical Approaches to the Evolution of Communication (MSc)
Research Project (MSc)
previous teaching
05/20, 05/21
01/20 – 05/20
09/19 – 05/22
09/19 – 05/22
09/19 – 05/22
09/19 – 11/19
12/16, /15, /14
04/16
03/16, /15, /14
10/15
10/10 – 02/11
04/10 – 07/10
Lunchtime legends "From Post-Doc to Lecturer" (Staff, St Andrews)
Tutorials “Principles of Psychology 2” (BSc, St Andrews)
Practical "Methods for Psychology & Neuroscience" (MSc, St Andrews)
Tutorials “Review Essay” (BSc, St Andrews)
Lecture "Comparative Psychology" (BSc, St Andrews)
Tutorials “Principles of Psychology 1” (BSc, St Andrews)
Lecture “Behavioural Ecology” (BSc, Bern)
Block seminar “Behavioural Ecology” (MSc & PhD, Bern)
Block practical course “Behavioural Ecology” (BSc, Bern)
Workshop “Writing titles and abstracts” (BSc & MSc, Bern)
Practical “Botany” (BSc, Mainz)
Practical “Zoology with tutorials” (BSc, Mainz)