...When I got lost, I had to take a break and go back through the basics. It was terribly tedious at first, but I developed a skill for breaking down a new concept and coming at it from several different directions. The other problem with teaching yourself from a book is that you rarely find the bulk material interesting. (read more)
...I have seen this as a very natural outgrowth of the academic support I have provided. Study skills are somewhat subject specific and I would plan to present guidelines based on the particular academic area. I have taught Sunday School for more than 30 years. (read more)
...Over ten years experience in hi-tech engineering was a good entry towards my degree in Math, which in turn prepared me to teach. Having done so both as teacher and tutor I have gained over time an appreciation for the multiple paths to understanding. As my students and parents attest, I can identify the gaps in knowledge and obstacles in learning and test taking. (read more)
10 Subjects: includingTrigonometry,Calculus,Algebra 2,SAT Math
...Throughout my career, I have pursued opportunities to share my love of math and science with others. I was a co-lecturer and TA for science courses at CSU and currently work as a part-time lecturer for Harvard University. I hold weekly office hours that students frequent to improve grades and deepen their understanding of the subject matter. (read more)
...I also love connecting with my students on a human-to-human level (rather than just a tutor-to-student level), which means that, while my *focus* in each session is to help them understand concepts they're struggling with, I always leave room for humour and tangential conversation. My goal is no... (read more)