...That experience continues today as I use MATLAB for my research as a Research Assistant Professor. I use MATLAB on a daily basis and that experience qualifies me as a tutor for MATLAB. I have a substantial amount of experience dealing with finite mathematics, since graph theory (which is a portion of discrete mathematics) is a major part of my research. (read more)
...I've used mathematics throughout my career. It is necessary for many professions and not as hard to understand as many students believe. I use tricks and analogies to make it both easy and fun. (read more)
...I plan to hold office hours to both answer my students’ questions on the course material and to allow them to discuss challenging problems. Furthermore, having students come to my office hours will give me the opportunity to discuss their future plans and how I can help them to reach their goals. I hope to continue inspiring my students with the curiosity and excitement I feel for science. (read more)
...I tend to include these things into my lessons. I try to create a fun and nurturing environment so that children can enjoy the learning process. I love to think outside of the box and often encourage my students to do the same. (read more)
...I like sharing my excitement in learning new things with my students and giving the tools to be successful learners themselves. I have used Saxon phonics, NY state's Common Core skills modules, and older phonics programs throughout my career. This has given me an extensive background in what works best for children learning to read. (read more)