...It begins to model real situations with equations (math shorthand). The student learns the Algebra language and how to manipulate equations: exponents, roots, PEMDAS, ratios and proportions, and fractions. Algebra 2 deals with more complex numbers and equations. Instead of equations that represent lines, there are lines that curve in different ways. (read more)
...I now teach at a rather large high school and teach Geometry, Introduction to Chemistry, and Introduction to Physics. My favorite subject to teach is Geometry, and High School students are my "kids". I love that moment when a student who has struggled with a concept finally has it "click" and t... (read more)
...I was involved in choral music for seven years and took lessons privately as well. I took drawing/painting courses for four years throughout high school and took drawing/concept classes with Ferris State University through my high school. I'm incredibly vibrant and enthusiastic about learning and like to think I have energetic ways of motivating students! (read more)
...Science was one of my favorite subjects to teach. I love being able to make the different subjects alive, from learning about weather to the animal lifestyles. I use many different techniques for teaching science to make it more interesting such as online videos and interactive quizzes. (read more)