...I also have 3 adult children who I assisted in their academics. I like to focus first on understanding the concepts. Too often, students understand the mechanics of solving the problems but not the physical laws (like Newton's laws) behind them. (read more)
...It was this desire that lead me to learn the deep ins and outs, the whys of math. It was my love of math that helped me decide to study engineering in college (as a side note, I received a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Brigham Young University - Idaho, have completed a master'... (read more)
...I love watching my students understand new concepts and succeed in their classes! I have several years experience as a teaching assistant and as a private tutor, and I like being able to tailor the sessions to fit each student's needs. I am a life-long learner myself, and often learn new concepts or refresh old concepts with my students. (read more)
...I have also served as an adjunct instructor in clinical studies at a physician assistant training program. In college, I majored in math[Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry], and Chemistry, as well as pre-med courses. After a successful and enjoyable career in medicine, I chose a sabbatic... (read more)