...My approach focuses on encouraging students to think clearly and logically, and then to develop the writing tools to express ideas persuasively. Grammar can be boring, but it can be learned and it will help the writer to express ideas with clarity and purpose. Vocabulary development is key to reading with comprehension and writing with expression. (read more)
...Through the use of syllable rules, spelling patterns, prefixes, suffixes and root words, I give students the tools to read, define, and to spell words in content area material such as Science. I have taught all subjects in grades K-6 for the last 24 years. My most recent experience has been wit... (read more)
...For any of my lessons, I am happy to provide material for the particular topic. However, if there is something specific, for example, a textbook to read or weekly spelling words, that you would prefer your student to use, that is fine as well. My lessons are designed to teach or improve the student's ability in the subject, but also encourage and support them to build their confidence. (read more)
...Korean classrooms are rather similar to American classrooms. Most of my classes consisted of anywhere from as little as one student to 15 students, with ~8 to 12 being the average class size. The age ranges of my students have varied from as low as kindergarten (Phonics, Basic Reading, Speaking) to advanced-level high school students. (read more)