...I employ both traditional and non-traditional teaching methods that reinforce fundamental skills, explore alternate methods of problem solving and most of all, demystify difficult and abstract concepts. Many times, simply removing the anxiety from math itself has worked wonders: former failing ... (read more)
...Whether it is physical on a board or virtual on the computer, I enjoy playing the game. Although I am no chess master, I would love to teach the game to others willing to learn. I have played poker for almost my whole life. (read more)
...Math is a fascinating subject but for many people can be a hard subject to grasp. Throughout my education, I've come to understand that oftentimes the key to understanding concepts in math is to visually see how these concepts work and to do plenty of practice. This is how I try to direct my tu... (read more)
...I first establish a baseline level of understanding with the student before teaching new content. Next, I try to gain some insight into relevant prior experience about a subject. I use this information to help decide where to start and how to pace lessons. (read more)
...I have tutored middle school through college level algebra for the past 10 years. I have been tutoring calculus 1,2, and 3 since going to college. I tutored both privately and through the tutoring center at Appalachian State before I transferred schools. (read more)