...I have tutored many students one-on-one, bringing their grades up from B/C range to A's & B's. I have taught beginning math classes at the local community college and have volunteered to help in the math lab, which I truly enjoy. Overall, I believe that math is not a difficult subject, it's just the way it's presented that makes it difficult. (read more)
...EMPATHY: As someone who has recently gone through this studying process, I can fully empathize and understand the journey that you are about to embark on. Considering purchasing additional study materials? I can point you to the best ones for your money. (read more)
...I am very friendly, open, patient and flexible with my students. I view tutoring as an excellent challenge through which I may exercise my communication skills. I also pursued a Masters degree at Maryville University in Actuarial Science (which merges the studies of Statistics with Finance) and... (read more)
...Rote learning has to assume a subordinate role to extrapolation, as critical reasoning skills are amplified. My tutoring approach seeks to increase interest and curiosity while continuously challenging the students to think for themselves. This results in an increased ability to assimilate, evaluate and even create knowledge. (read more)
...During my undergraduate career, I sometimes found myself perplexed by what I was learning until I saw a real life application. As a result, I would solidify my students' understanding of mathematics by providing real life examples as to when a concept can be used. I personally recognize the value of seeing mathematics face to face. (read more)