...I would actually say most of the plug and chug is easier than most calculus plug and chug IF one understands what is going on in the first place. But linear algebra is abstract, so that’s a big if. My strength in teaching linear algebra is that I am good at making it seem fairly concrete and simple, not abstract, so that the theorems aren’t so bad after all, or even common sense. (read more)
...After playing at the youth and middle school levels, I have coached soccer for over 35 years. I have coached at the youth, middle school and high school levels. I have coached both boys' and girls teams, including my own daughters' and sons' teams as they were growing up. (read more)
...I have previously helped students preparing for the SAT, ACT, and other standardized tests in 1-on-1 and group sessions. Typically, I like to start by focusing on a student's weakest section(s) and identify what problem types and strategies we can study to help the student learn and score higher... (read more)
...I have learned how to teach patients and their families about their diseases and medications - in neurology, these are often very difficult concepts to understand. While medicine is thought of lifelong learning, it is also lifelong teaching. In addition, I have volunteer tutoring experience, teaching English online to people effected by the war in Ukraine. (read more)
...I became an Outreach Chair for my club and became more involved in educating students in greater LA. It was rewarding to see the kids' face when they finally understood a concept. I was a swim instructor and swim coach throughout high school, coaching kids 5-14 years old. (read more)