...I received 5s on both AP Calculus exams as well as a 5 on AP Physics and a score of 790/800 on the math SAT. In addition to completing the course material above, I have also tutored two peers for semester-long periods in physics and calculus to help them prepare for AP tests that they felt underqualified for. Both students received a 4 or higher on their tests. (read more)
...The class, then, discussed the mathematical concepts concerned and solved the problem together. When tutoring or leading the math seminar, I aim to understand the concept first and then explain it to the struggling student. Then, as I have been classically trained, I work through examples with the student until they feel confident to complete them on their own. (read more)
...Throughout my years of schooling, I have had a variety of professors, tutors, and educators. In college, I served as a teaching assistant where I taught “mini-courses” developing my own curriculum and assessments. Through these experiences, I learned that knowledge and skill come with practice ... (read more)
...In the context of guiding students through their solving of quantitative problems, I provide such backup strategically. Moreover, thanks to my knowledge of Engineering, I am confident to show students to relate the connections to other subjects. For my tutoring sessions, I focus on concepts, using problem-solving as the context for deeper study. (read more)
...This degree program allows students to select a science-based subject of emphasis along with supplemental courses. My emphasis was on statistics, which I developed a passion for at Pitt. I ultimately turned that passion into a podcast, NBA Retrospective, where I chronicle past NBA seasons from a statistical standpoint. (read more)