...My tutoring methods are mainly to do problems as that is the best way to understand math. I value not only learning formulas, but thinking through them intuitively. I think that if students truly understand formulas and do not just memorize them they will be able to apply them much more on exam problems.I have passed the first five actuarial exams. (read more)
...But, due to changing academic interests, during my first semester I chose to switch my major to biological sciences. Because of a family tragedy and other personal factors, my academic performance became inconsistent, and I eventually made the decision to enlist into the United States Navy. In the Navy, I worked as a nuclear-trained Electrician’s Mate, then later as a recruiter. (read more)
...I work with students on History and English comprehension and analysis skills in order to improve their testing, writing confidence, and overall academic success. In addition to my PhD in English and Masters degree in Library and Information Science, I have 10+ years of experience as a writing a... (read more)
...Psychology broadened my knowledge of human nature and how those behaviors can be applied to learning. I graduated with 4.0 GPA's in both programs. My Master's Degrees in Education, Psychology, and Life Coaching and my Bachelor's Degree in Nursing garnered many opportunities for academic structure. (read more)
...My goal isn't to create dependency; it's to build independent, confident writers who understand what they're doing and why. With seven years as a university professor and Writing Center Director, I've successfully guided students from freshman essays through doctoral dissertations across all aca... (read more)