...Knowledge of music history is essential to the appropriate interpretation of any piece of music in context. I have an extensive background in the history of music at the graduate level, with special emphasis on the history of piano literature. I began studying the piano at the age of 7 and bega... (read more)
5 Subjects: includingPiano,Music Theory,Voice (Music),General Music
...While this experience has made me an expert in education, I also relate deeply to students' struggles with the blank page because of my own pursuits in creative writing. My experience with English Comp. began way back when I tutored as an undergraduate at K-State then taught Composition 1 and 2 ... (read more)
...I have extensive experience with the DBQ (Document Based Question) format, as well as long and short essays. I am certified by the State of Kansas to teach all secondary social studies courses. During my teaching career, I have focused on American Government, Geography, World History, and European History. (read more)
5 Subjects: includingWriting,World History,Geography,European History
...I encourage my students to develop a life-long love of learning. I understand I can never teach them everything they will need to know just as I will never know everything - but I can teach them how to figure things out by themselves, and ultimately pass on this ability to the next generation. ... (read more)