...I'm David. I have a master's degree in particle physics from the University of Washington and have worked at MIT as an experimental physics instructor and as a member of the Physics Education Group. I currently live near MIT and have been known to use their library resources (and sometimes the brains of my colleagues!) to hunt down answers to especially difficult questions. (read more)
...I've found that preparing for these exams helps student internalize and enhance core academic skills such as critical reading and mathematical reasoning. I offer an ability to explain problem-solving techniques in a way that makes sense for students in this age range. I worked for four years wi... (read more)
...With that being said, flexibility is key as no two students learn the same way nor have the same goals for a class. Even though my career is in abstract theoretical physics, I have extensive experience with teaching the AP curriculum as well the IB. I genuinely can't think of a student of mine ... (read more)
...I also have experience teaching larger classes from my time as a teaching assistant at Berkeley as well as teaching classes at Rtapalli Vidyapitha, a grades 6-10 school in India. I find it very fulfilling working with students to not only help them gain confidence and get ahead in their studies,... (read more)
...Given all options, asking questions of a patient, responsive master-of-the-craft is the best way to learn. My books are second best." Hidden in O'Reilly's answer was a deeper point: the question has to come first. I remind myself regularly to hold back a little and wait for the next question. (read more)