...They can do all the math without even thinking – and that’s the problem. That's why I became a math teacher; I've been through what your student is going through, & I said ENOUGH. I remove all the meaningless memorization, & don't just focus on getting the right answers, but on understanding WHY we're even doing what we're doing! (read more)
...I also quiz students regularly to ensure solid foundations are built, and I incorporate flash cards (that I’ve made or can be made by them—it depends on a student’s learning style) to facilitate memorization. I clearly explain each concept and discuss each new area in depth before having them attempt to solve problems. I use worksheets and handouts to visually explain ideas. (read more)
...As a college professor, most of my teaching experience comes from a classroom setting, but, as I mentioned earlier, my preference is one-on-one tutoring. While working as a professor, I strongly encouraged students to attend my office hours for extra help, and I had some of the best-attended off... (read more)