...I found physical science interesting because I could investigate it. I became very interested in geology and all the other physical sciences, chemistry and physics. I have applied my interest in science by working as an electrician, design engineer, building computers, playing music, and teaching high school science. (read more)
...Additionally, linear and quadratic functions and relations, conic sections, exponential and logarithmic functions, graphing, and sequences and series will be explored. Calculus is the foundation for math, science and technology; it paves the way. Calculus is a subject that requires success in previous topics. (read more)
...This makes Geometry more cohesive, understandable, enjoyable, and easy to learn. Prealgebra introduces and expands upon a lot of concepts. Everything from exponents to variables, this information can be a bit unwieldy at first. (read more)
...After I graduated, I started tutoring SAT/ACT/SAT II/AP and a variety of other math/science/business courses. Throughout my decades of experience, I have learned how to help my students better approach the material. My goal is to guide students toward awareness of how the material is applicable to real-world situations. (read more)
...I teach students techniques to check their work: both by "sanity checks" as in "Does this answer make sense?" and also by reversing the process or calculation. You test an addition problem by subtraction, you test an integration by differentiation, etc. Knowledge and understanding are empowering and enduring. (read more)