...In other words, I focus more on students' ability to understand the explicit strategy behind how to tackle a problem or concept, as opposed to a more "bottom up" approach: beginning with formalism and theory before applications. I use this approach to contrast the typical (boring) classroom expe... (read more)
...As a natural outgrowth of my interest in schools, education and writing, I started editing students’ essays for both college and high school applications. Application essays require a type of writing that is foreign to most students and can be particularly stressful, so I find it very satisfying... (read more)
...For example, an elementary student of mine was uninterested in fractions, and struggling with word problems. I took an apple from the kitchen and told him to think about a scenario in which he'd need to share his apple with his sister, and his attitude began to shift to curiosity and interest. ... (read more)
...I can help you with all aspects of the Language Arts. I have helped students of all age groups become proficient in Grammar and punctuation. I will help you to understand and appreciate Literature, not because you have to , but because you will want to explore new ideas and share them with others. (read more)
...Let's conquer that fear of speaking in public! Remember, it begins with you-what you know, what you want to tell/teach someone, etc. I will make sure you can deliver all of what you already have, to any audience. (read more)