...For example, when I do the solutions topic, I relate it back to water quality. Our final lab ties the whole topic together by testing different water samples using pH, ppm and other methods. Engaging and motivating students has been very rewarding for me as a teacher. (read more)
...We discuss what concept is being illustrated in the problem and what strategies and tools can be used. I am patient to help the student get an understanding that is clear to them. This individualized approach is very effective in building confidence.- former physics professor- active the last 15 years tutoring high school and college physics- Physics Ph.d., Johns Hopkins. (read more)
My math experience extends to a PhD, as well as learning since then. As I learned, I was always teaching: tutoring fellow high schoolers, working in the undergrad tutorial center, and assistant-teaching in grad school. I taught two courses as I finished my doctorate. (read more)
...I love teaching topics in which I feel like I can explain in great depth, subjects such as math and computer science. I often find that I can approach teaching in a way that allows me to understand the student's way of thinking, and teach them through their best way of learning. Having been a s... (read more)