...In high school, I did a mixture of advanced and honors math courses: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus (with plenty of Trigonometry on the side).I have been tutored before, so I understand what an impact the right tutor can make. Passing knowledge down to students currently in th... (read more)
...I have studied the various applications in each subject. I have tutored numerous students one on one at University Maine at Farmington. For a number of semesters. (read more)
...I try to have my students see proofs as puzzles and have fun doing them. I warn students to think about relationships, not merely memorize theorems. I work to give students a real understanding of the relationships that tie the various topics in precalculus together. (read more)
...In this capacity, I have worked on development of social and academic skills. I ask lots of open-ended question that requires critical thinking skills. I help students understand how to draw inferences from the text and I use lots of Total Physical Response strategies to create a kinesthetic memory which helps the student draw connections. (read more)