Maighdlin Anderson

Dr. Maighdlin Anderson serves as faculty at the University of Pittsburgh, specializing in disaster preparedness and emergency management. Through her Coursera course "Disaster Preparedness," she helps students understand core competencies needed for disaster preparedness and survival. Her course covers comprehensive topics including the disaster cycle, personal preparedness plans, and response strategies for various disasters such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and tsunamis. Her teaching methodology emphasizes practical, hands-on skills and easy-to-implement advice for disaster scenarios. The 13-hour course she developed combines theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, focusing on essential aspects of survival including food, shelter, water, security, and first aid. Her expertise spans both personal and community-level disaster preparedness, helping students develop comprehensive emergency response plans while understanding the importance of mental and physical preparation for disaster situations.