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...As in reading, or sports, or any other human endeavor, the process of learning consists of combining formally separate steps into a single new step. 'Showing your work' prevents you exactly from doing this, and so from becoming better in mathematics. Hence, it must be rejected. Next, I will as... (read more)
...PreAlgebra, Algebra I, Algebra 2, Geometry, PreCalculus, Intro to Calculus, Statistics, SAT & ACT Math, SSAT & ISEE Math, SAT Math Subject TestsPlease feel to contact me with any questions or for recommendations.Certified math teacher grades 7-12 and 5000 hours of experience tutoring 120 students... (read more)
...With every student, we work through new material and improve study skills and critical thinking. Rather than giving students the answer, I guide them through problems step by step so they grasp the process and material. I can simplify the material so that it is easier to understand. (read more)
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