...Explaining the underlying concepts and relating them to something the student can understand really helps. I believe the goal of mathematics is understanding not merely finding a solution to a particular problem or following some recipe of memorized equations and steps. I have tutored math thro... (read more)
...I took required Math courses in my Electrical Engineering curriculum, such as: Calculus I, II, & III; Differential Equations; and Complex Variables, to name a few. Prerequisites were: College Algebra, Trigonometry, and Analytic Geometry. Therefore, I have a wide and deep exposure to many Math topics that would be of benefit to my students. (read more)
...The most important thing about teaching is teaching the kids to believe in themselves. The material is never as hard as they originally believe it to be and with a little push, they will be on their way to succeed whatever they set their minds to.Working for the local literacy council has helped... (read more)