Hello Everyone, My name is Alex, I'm a current MS4 at UMass Medical School. I started becoming interested in medical education as a med student, tutoring MS1, MS2 and MS3 in classwork and USMLE Step 1/2 exams through our school's academic department. My approach to tutoring always begins by getting to know the student. (read more)
...I try to incorporate examples like these into lessons because they lend depth to math problems that may seem unimportant. Typically, a tutoring lesson with me begins with an example that motivates the introduction of a concept. After explaining the concept and answering any questions, I like to work through problems to make sure that my student has a firm grasp on the concept. (read more)
...Before starting medical school, I attended Harvard College where I studied cognitive neuroscience and evolutionary psychology while taking my pre-med prerequisite courses. In 2019, I graduated with honors. During my senior year of college, I was accepted into a teacher training program at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. (read more)
...When in doubt, ask - If you aren't sure about a particular topic, don't be shy. Ask your instructor, family, or friends for help. It is important to address the problem area as soon as possible. (read more)
...I am fully hands on with C/C++. I have worked on some of the world's most mission critical software products in ASIC, data storage and distributed systems space. I have extensive experience in C/C++, data structures, and algorithms. I have an MS in Computer Engineering. (read more)