...One of the best ways I've honed this knowledge is simply by "doing." Learning about rules and structure is helpful, but nothing compares to the time-tested approach of practice, practice, practice: the more you experience something hands on, the easier it is to understand. Largely through the us... (read more)
...For the past decade I have committed my professional life to the academic development of children. Upon graduating with a Masters in Social Work, I began working as a tutor for a private agency in Miami. Soon, I began teaching elementary school for Gwinnett County Public School. (read more)
...If I'm tutoring someone in reading, I ask the student to read aloud. This allows me to see and hear their comfort level and accuracy. I also ask questions so that I can get a feel for their level of understanding. (read more)
I'm Salim Kortobi, and I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, along with minors in Engineering Design Graphics and Manufacturing Engineering Technology. My passion for math and science, coupled with my love for building and creating, naturally led me to this... (read more)
...I also provide my students with access to a personalized list of online interactive resources to practice at home or during tutoring. These engage the student and build mental math skills. I encourage parents to require their child to use these resources to counterbalance their video game and television consumption. (read more)