...I focus on individualized attention, not meeting an arbitrary time standard. If you need longer to go over something, so be it. I once had a student at community college who I’ll call Jim. (read more)
...My research lies in data analysis of traumatic brain injury models. In order to analyze the data sets that the lab produces I use MATLAB. Not only that but I have taken many math classes that emphasize the use of MATLAB I work for a research lab, and one of my jobs is to create GUI applications. (read more)
...For solving specific problems, I am inclined toward the Socratic method of teaching, asking questions in order to guide the student to the correct ideas. I can spot and correct flaws and misconceptions in previous knowledge, which is often the cause of trouble with new concepts.I have experience... (read more)
...While I adapt my teaching style to the needs of each student, my general philosophy is that math is a skill as much as riding a bicycle. It is best learned through experience and practice. I function much like training wheels, providing a bit of extra support wherever you may wobble, with the hope of being able to pull away the support and have you function independently. (read more)
...My Calculus tutoring is tailored to students who wish to study Calculus themselves, but sometimes require discreet hints or conceptual clarification in their independent study. In the context of guiding students through their solving of quantitative problems, I provide such backup strategically.... (read more)