Hi, I'm Alyona, and I'm passionate about teaching physics to high school students. With a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Minnesota and experience working for top medical companies like Mayo Clinic and Medtronic, I have a deep understanding of the practical applications of ph... (read more)
...In China, long term memorization (recitation) is highly emphasized, and, in the United States, short term memorization (test preparation) is highly emphasized. I greatly prefer a blended approach that does not solely focus on reciting or testing. I encourage students to formulate theories and d... (read more)
I have been involved in education for the last 15 years at both the college and high school levels. I have lived in the Richmond VA area since 1992. I have graduate degrees from VCU. Any specific questions can be answered by contacting me. (read more)