...I attended an international high school in Norway (United World College) where I got live and learn with peers from all over the world. Interacting with students from diverse backgrounds, each with their unique learning styles and levels, fueled my enthusiasm for teaching. It was during this pe... (read more)
...Also, every year I review the current SAT prep materials. I am a native speaker of Russian. I was born in Russia, and went to school up to the 6th grade in Russia. (read more)
...One of the best ways to get better at solving problems is to have someone help with the process of breaking down the problem. In my experience, working one-on-one to solve a problem goes farther towards understanding than simply sitting in a classroom. I also am a firm believer in having to actually work through problems to truly understand a subject such as math or physics. (read more)
...Math connects to itself in beautiful patterns. Placing an emphasis on these patterns not only allows a student to feel more confident in one subject matter but to see connections from one subject into another. This skill is especially important for ACT/SAT prep. (read more)
...That is where the fundamentals and artistic elements of mathematics come to play. Mathematics is the language of nature. It has the ability to transform students in their way of thought, who practice free and rational thinking rather than simply memorizing equations and statements. (read more)