...The first point is a student-centered approach to teaching. I believe that a successful instructor is not someone whose main focus is to provide information for students but rather someone who encourages students to look for information. Thus, I recommend that students come to class as active agents, not as mere onlookers. (read more)
...I graduated from Ball State University with a degree in English Education. I spent the last seven years in a high school English classroom, where I focused specifically on reading comprehension, writing, and test prep for English 10 students. I'm also licensed to teach journalism, so I understand the nuances between professional writing, formal writing, and journalistic writing. (read more)
I was born in Russia and moved to the U.S.A. to get my Master's degree in TESOL and PhD in English (American Literature). I have been teaching and tutoring since 1999. I am genuinely interested in the success of my students, and tutoring gives me an opportunity to see them grow in a short time. I... (read more)