My name is Sam. I recently completed my PhD in Math at UMass Amherst. I have experience as an instructor and as a teaching assistant in calculus, as well as one-on-one tutoring at the Calculus Help Center. (read more)
...I utilize Python and many other programming languages and frameworks in my role. I took multiple C++ courses during college and scored an A on all of them. Due to my academic performance, I was selected to be a grader for said course, so I also graded C++ programming assignments. (read more)
...I use many sample problems and apply math concepts to real-world situations. I utilize techniques to assist students in retaining their math facts and employ games and other hands-on materials to solidify their learning and of course, make it fun! I have a BSEE and MSEE and have spent many years applying math to real life research problems. (read more)
...My love of teaching Math goes back to my high school days, when I started tutoring students from lower grade levels in Math as part of helping my Mom run her at-home tutoring services. From that early age, when I discovered the joy in helping students understand difficult Math concepts, I have b... (read more)
...These are math problems that are meant to be done just in your head not on paper. For instance what is 1/4 of 1000. What is 1/2 of 6000. (read more)