...I once heard, and have fully come to believe that the essence of math is "Thinking deeply about simple things". I believe that math is accessible to everyone no matter the level. I have a Bachelors in Mathematics and my desire to know the fundamental workings of Physics and Engineering has lead me to view math as a process of continual learning. (read more)
...This includes getting students up to speed with graphing linear functions, quadratic functions, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions. I have tutored dozens of students in geometric topics up through Cayley Graphs and multivariate coordinate systems including polar, parametric, and ca... (read more)
...As a teaching assistant, I helped with the creation of lesson plans for intro (pre-calc) math courses in the University of Nebraska Lincoln. In addition to helping the students during class, I held review sessions for upcoming exams and finals. My minor in education has offered me the tools I need in order to be a patient and compassionate teacher, I just had to add a touch of humor to it. (read more)
...I decided against becoming a veterinarian and wanted to go research. I completed an MS in Animal Science and then completed a PhD in Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience up at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. After that I did a Postdoctoral position at the United States... (read more)
...I am a widow , mother of 2 daughters who gave me 5 grandsons. I work with children with materials from their schools as well as flash cards and books. I play games to get them interested, give tests, correct papers. (read more)