...In particular, I found the most effective way of teaching the students was by speaking about their problems in terms of intuition as opposed to filling out the nitty-gritty details. Having really enjoyed my time at the MAC, I decided to become a teaching assistant (TA) in my home department, Ele... (read more)
...I believe any math course can be made interesting, and any complex problem can be broken down into simplified parts. I’ve found that it is important to help visualize abstract math concepts with diagrams and examples, keeping students engaged in their materials, so I am always eager to share whi... (read more)
...Also, I have enjoyed having roommates and floor mates from all over the world as I stayed in residence one year and with various room-and-board arrangements as I spent seven years working through college in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Those experiences and the classes helped me meet and speak wi... (read more)
...While you will find tutors with greater academic credentials than me, remember the quote I heard from Minnesota football coach PJ Fleck: “nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” Advanced credentials of a tutor will not make you a better student. Working hard with a tutor who cares will. Contact me on Wyzant if you need help. (read more)
...My name is Marc and I am currently a mathematics professor at Benedictine University Mesa. I have a Ph.D. and over thirty years of teaching experience at community colleges, four-year liberal arts colleges and universities. I was a “math dad” at the public schools when my kids were young. (read more)