...Both school districts had a high percentage of students going to college so the English classes were rather rigorous. My special education classes were different in that my requirements were altered. I still required writing every day and we did most our novels in class. (read more)
...In my teaching, I stressed strong, analytical writing as students need to learn how to use information to communicate clearly and precisely no matter what field of study they wish to pursue. I look forward to helping students to hone their skills and achieve their best. Best wishes!MA US histor... (read more)
...I also help students connect reading with writing; that is, I illustrate to them how to read literature, newspapers and articles for strategies and argument structure as well as for content, tone and themes. I explain to them how reading critically and reading more often will improve their writi... (read more)
I've been fascinated by foreign languages and foreign cultures all my life. I majored in German in college, and then went on to get a PhD in Russian. I was a professor of Russian at the University of Missouri for 31 years. (read more)
...Especially now, with many colleges focusing solely on the admission essay, I help students make themselves stand out through their words! In addition, I have helped students feel more confident with their reading and writing skills through various learning activities. It is through these lesson... (read more)