...More often than not, a few minutes of conversation produces an outline or rough draft that disperses all feelings of hopelessness with minimal effort. For general editing and organization, I like to use google docs or a similar program with students so we can both view and edit the piece at the ... (read more)
...The task-based approach focuses heavily on interpersonal communication and paired learning through a variety of activities. These activities require students to think critically and problem solve, while still achieving specified linguistic goals. The task-based approach uses concrete steps to g... (read more)
...I have 30 years of tutoring and teaching experience as well as demonstrated research projects that study best teaching practices. These projects have been presented in speaking engagements around the world, notably in France, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, and others. Additionally, a YouTube channel contains helpful short videos. (read more)
...I have helped students identify the methods and approaches that work best for them so that they can work more efficiently and experience less frustration in the academic arena. Often this knowledge transfers to other areas of their lives, and they become all around happier individuals. I have t... (read more)
...I'm also very proficient in instructing the reading sections of the SAT and the ACT; I have a solid background in literature and technical writing, from my years in college, the fiction I've written, my years as a technical writer in the sciences, and my current work on my MBA. I feel that Engli... (read more)