...During each session, I challenge students to think about their learning and why. I utilize a "Talk-Aloud" learning methodology, where students verbalize their thought processes as they read through content or solve problems. Talk-Aloud helps visualize student thinking, like a mind-reading superpower that allows an instructor to "see" what errors students make as they solve problems. (read more)
First of all, I want you to know that you or your student would feel very safe and comfortable with me. As a grandma, and as a teacher who taught Language Arts, English, and Social Studies, in both private and public schools, I know that students are best able to learn when they feel safe and emotionally secure. Therefore, I do my very best to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. (read more)