...In obtaining my BS and Master's degrees in mathematics, I took a number of courses that included the essential topics of discrete mathematics. These courses included logic, set theory, sequences, mathematical induction, number theory, combinatorics, probability and graph theory. As an instructor at Penn State Wilkes-Barre, I had the opportunity to teach discrete math several times. (read more)
...Learning both at the same time is extremely difficult, so I prefer they have a very solid foundation in the math before teaching the science. I review or teach math skills to nearly all of my students, whether they are in a math class or a science class. For younger students, I use some objects... (read more)
...There are many ways to teach students. However, I feel that it is necessary to find different ways of looking at concepts generally help in understanding, especially when a student doesn't quite understand something. It is necessary to understand what the student already understands and work flexibly from there. (read more)
...I've been tutoring various Math subjects in a community college setting for 15 years, both one on one, and small groups, online and in person. I also taught for over two decades 100 level and developmental Math courses. I've had experience tutoring students from a wide variety of backgrounds and abilities, from students with various learning disabilities to more advanced students. (read more)