...Specifically, I encourage memorization of concepts, theorems, and formulas. Familiarity with its "tools" is one key to its successful mastery. 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. (read more)
...My undergraduate degrees are in mathematics and physics. When I was a graduate student at Iowa State, I taught first-year physics and earned the prestigious "Outstanding First-Year Teacher Award". Later, I was voted "Top 10% of ISU Graduate Students for Outstanding Teaching" by my students. (read more)
...If there is a conceptual gap in the student's knowledge, I will take the time to teach or reteach the concept before the student is able to move on in their coursework.All of my college education has focused on Biology and healthcare. I began tutoring more than 15 years ago, and I have been tuto... (read more)