Kevin D. Fontaine
- Associate Professor
- : [email protected]
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Educational Psychology
University of Connecticut – Storrs, CT
Areas of Interest
As a teacher of psychology, Dr. Fontaine's primary objectives are: 1) to communicate fundamental psychological knowledge to students creatively and effectively, 2) to create an environment in which students’ inquiring minds and critical thinking skills evaluate the merit of lay and scientific arguments about human nature, 3) to foster students’ understanding of and appreciation for psychological research as consumers, participants, and junior investigators, and 4) to facilitate students’ ownership of their education by expecting excellence, encouraging individual consultation, and mentoring students who desire deeper engagement in scholarship and research.