...Before I came to Cal for my Ph.D. I was the Chief Financial Economist of a large hedge fund in London, and a Senior Economic & Financial Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank Of New York. In addition to the Ph.D., I also hold an MA in economics from Georgetown University. (read more)
...So, when I sensed a lull in participation in the classroom, rather than scold them, I taught a swing or salsa lesson to my students. This movement break definitely improved the learning behavior by the students. I look forward to sharing either biology or ballroom dance with you in a relaxed, fun and passionate manner. (read more)
...I am a test prep teacher; teaching SAT, TOEF, IELTS, GRE, and GMAT. I prefer to see teaching as learning rather than teaching as in a banking model of education. Participatory education is what is it called in educational circles. (read more)