...It continued as a recitation instructor for business statistics classes at Michigan State University (MSU) where I obtained a Master's in Statistics. It was then followed by four successful and delightful years as a full-time community college instructor of mathematics first at Ivy Tech Communit... (read more)
...I firmly believe that a solid foundation will always pave the road for success. This allows students to easily take on more complex material with confidence and a greater sense of understanding. I have even worked with numerous students that suffer from learning disabilities, and have successfully guided them to grasp the material at hand and ultimately pass their courses. (read more)
...At Rice, the first year of programming classes are done in Python. We develop multiple applications that measure distance (A*), predict the stock market (Markov Chains), maximize parsimony of a phylogenetic tree (Fitch's Algorithm), and label parts of speech of a block of text (Markov Chains). T... (read more)
...My approach involves providing customized worksheets tailored to each student's needs and working through them together. By doing so, I can assess the student's strengths and weaknesses, allowing me to tailor my teaching methods accordingly. I believe in a hands-on approach to learning, where students actively engage with the material through problem-solving and critical thinking. (read more)
...I also a social studies background. I have a Masters from Buffalo State College and a degree in Social Studies from Niagara University. I am certified 7-12 with a degree in students with disabilities and social studies. (read more)