...The key to good study skills is to find the resonance and relevance between the subject and the student. In my own pursuit of education and in work with students as a NY state certified teacher it is clear that anyone can cram data into their head that may or may not stay as long as an upcoming ... (read more)
...By the time I turned 21 I had already played in hundreds of poker games and had established myself as a ranking intermediate player. About 10 years ago I discovered "No-Limit-Texas-Hold-Em" and have been participating in table games locally and otherwise. About 2 weeks ago I participated in an online tournament with over 6,000 total participants and finished in the top 10% in 617st place! (read more)
...I have tutored many students, including adult learners returning to school to pursue professional degrees. Not only do I help my students understand the required subject matter, I instill confidence and enthusiasm in my students, motivating them to be active learners and problem solvers. I am h... (read more)
...I also work with students to develop their reading comprehension and other study skills, using a variety of techniques developed over my 20-year career as a credentialed language arts teacher in California. I completed a masters degree in linguistics with special focus in teaching composition. I subsequently taught academic writing classes in colleges and universities for fifteen years. (read more)