...During the last 18.5 years, I have worked with more than 50 undergraduate research students. Twenty-six of these students are co-authors on published work. My teaching methods have in no small part been shaped by the ability to bring my industrial experience into the classroom. (read more)
...Music and math relate to astronomy, too, including how sound (music) cannot travel in space because sound cannot travel in a vacuum. A mistake our ancient ancestors made was "Music of the Spheres": the idea that each planet actually made a unique sound as they orbited the Sun. Sound requires our Earth's atmosphere.My qualifications are detailed in my profile here on Wyzant. (read more)
...I enjoy inviting students to approach new concepts through frameworks of scientific thinking—to be curious, daring, and confident in the face of a good challenge. To figure things out for themselves. I look forward to helping you do just that in our next session! (read more)
...Since that time I have played in many bands, taught beginner and intermediate students, and developed a deep love for the instrument. I play classical, acoustic and electric guitars. For many years I had a recording studio in my home, where I recorded aspiring musicians. (read more)
...I also developed a system to pinpoint which concepts I needed to focus on- I'll share this technique with you and work through the areas where you can show the most improvement. With so much riding on the result of one test, it's crucial to use every resource available. Studying for this test is a long journey, and I'd like to be there to guide you every step of the way! (read more)