I have over 30 years of university teaching experience in the areas of education, psychology, and media studies at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and as a freelance writer. Have expertise in writing, reading, research, and all phases of the dissertation and thesis process from the developme... (read more)
...As a high school English teacher who consistently uses a workshop model for writing, I have taught grammar both to strengthen writing, and I have taught it in isolation/on its own. My students come away from my lessons understanding how deliberate use of grammar can enhance their writing and imp... (read more)
...I love working with students and finding unique ways to help them reach their objectives. I have utilized many techniques that have proven successful in basic academic skills, organizational skills, communication, stress management, and confidence-building. In addition to improvement of grades,... (read more)
...Additionally, I placed out of Composition in University. With art, I have been painting and drawing for years, and have a solid foundation on many art skills. I did not take the AP Studio exam, but did take the class. (read more)
...Applying my passion for the Abacus, I ended up teaching many others, especially those who prefer different learning modalities than simply listening and writing down what is being taught. The abacus teaches students to visualize calculations through unique hands-on methods, processing visuo-spat... (read more)