...The most common question I hear is, "Why are we learning this?" or "Why is this useful?". I've found most of my students learn the material better if you give them an application for it. Its not tested though so standard schooling tends to gloss over topics like this in favor of time but I feel like it is nearly as important as the material itself. (read more)
I received a BS in mathematics and a BA in linguistics from UNC Chapel Hill, taking several graduate level math courses and working in the math help center and as an undergraduate learning assistant. I received perfect scores on the SAT subject tests in mathematics (level 2) and literature, and I'v... (read more)
...I have helped hundreds of people by listening to them, understanding their approach to math, and then showing them where to make adjustments. I do best with college-age and adult learners, but I also tutor high school students. I am currently available for tutoring on Mondays and Wednesdays, late afternoons and evenings! (read more)
...At Duke, I developed curricula to teach a year of material in three weeks. I have ample experience, therefore, in teaching a wealth of material concisely and effectively. Because each student is unique and learns differently, my lessons and teaching vary to match what works best for the student. (read more)