...I've used it in every math class I've taken and in my own independent work. But I remember when I was learning the topic myself, and so I know some ways of making the topic make sense by relating it to other areas of math and to real-world situations. As the study of varying quantities, calculus is essential to much of advanced mathematics as well as other scientific and quantitative areas. (read more)
...Recently, (2012) I had the privilege of becoming trained in the most up to date information concerning this field by a summer Amherst College seminar for Massachusetts science teachers and also at that time, obtained various genetics lab equipment as well for teaching genetics to biology students... (read more)
...I currently teach eighth grade English Language Arts. As a Study Skills tutor, I will work with the student on organizational skills such as keeping a planner, an organized notebook and binder, as well as setting up times/structures on how and when to study. In addition, I will provide various ... (read more)
...I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. While in college, I started tutoring fellow students, and after graduating, I pursued one-on-one tutoring as a full-time job for 5+ years. Throughout my tutoring career, I have tutored hundreds of students from around the world and participated in developing curricula for them. (read more)
...I've worked with students to set goals, timelines, or even simple routines to aid them in achieving their study and homework goals. I also incorporate these skills into my own life - that's what has enabled me to complete research for my master's degree in engineering, and continues to aide me i... (read more)