I am currently living in Tampa, FL. I am currently in the last stages of my Doctorate of Medicine and have found myself with time on my hands. Throughout my studies from high school to graduate school I have worked with students at different levels. I have don't everything from informal group sessions to formal tutoring. I enjoy the interaction and experience that tutoring offers. I have found academic success, and would like to...... I believe...
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...of Miami majoring in Health Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with Minors in Biology, Psychology, Philosophy and Public Health. I have tutored Undergraduate students in Biology and chemistry and am very focused when it comes to academics. I believe that understanding the subject conceptually is the key to doing good and I like to adapt my teaching methods based on an individuals learning preferences. I can help compile notes and identify topics that are important...
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I'm a first year masters student at Oregon State University. I am willing to tutor most subjects, but specialize in high school and college level math and science subjects.
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...a biochemical concentration coupled with my three years' experience working in a laboratory setting have provided me with the knowledge and skills necessary to be a great tutor. For the past three years, I have worked for a petroleum company where I am able to utilize the knowledge obtained during my undergraduate years. My goal is to help others succeed by providing students with the skills and knowledge that I used to get me where...
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...University and Barrett, The Honors College. I received my degree in Biological Sciences with an emphasis on Genetics, Cell and Developmental Biology. I have tutored college students extensively throughout the past three years. I enjoy research and have conducted three studies, one of which was focused on the effectiveness of tutoring methods in the sciences. In my experience, learning how to study effectively can result in significant improvements, and I have extensive experience in this...
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...University of Maryland, College Park as a post-baccalaureate student seeking a second degree in General Biology (B.S.), which I obtained in August 2016. My extensive educational background and previous research experiences at WRAIR and Johns Hopkins gave me the opportunity to learn how to communicate complex scientific ideas through discussions, presentations, and writing. I would like to apply the knowledge I have obtained about the molecular, biomolecular, and cellular levels of biology to tutoring students...
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...campus mathematics learning center and through a trusting former biochemistry professor. These were my first attempts at sharing and discovering knowledge with peers and I have been engrossed ever since. Thanks to the students that I have tutored, I have learned to think of topics in many new ways and it is this fluidity with studying and learning that I hope to get across. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing music and running long distances....
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Hello! I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in human biology! I'm well-studied in biology and chemistry, having taken graduate courses in undergrad. I also took many classes in literature and English while in school, as it's one of my passions. I have lots of experience mentoring and teaching children ages 5-18, and am so excited to help you learn!
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Over the last few years I have had the pleasure of tutoring some of the most athletically talented students at Temple University. The best part of the job has always been the teammate like relationship we form when setting academic goals together and then reaching them for the student using tools tailored to the student's study style and needs. ... I believe the student's goals for the class are what drives our productivity, so it is...
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...from the University of California, Irvine in 2015. I am currently pursuing a career as a physician and will be applying to medical school in 2017. I enjoy meeting people of all ages and backgrounds and learning about their lives and experiences. I have always been an introspective person, and have constantly strived to improve myself as a person, along with the people that I choose to surround myself with. I hope to pass along...
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...been accepted to multiple top-15 medical schools with expertise in MCAT preparation and a wide range of sciences. While graduating summa cum laude with a degree in Biological Sciences, I've been fortunate to gain significant experience in tutoring ALL LEVELS of students from elementary school to undergraduate. Through these endeavors, I've grown incredibly passionate about mentoring aspiring college/medical students and teaching them the essentials of crafting a competitive application (personal statement/resume/extracurriculars). My favorite aspect of...
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...world around them and grasp the knowledge just waiting at their fingertips. I have tutored a variety of subjects including Math, Reading, Writing, and Science classes, as well as standardized tests such as the SAT and assisted with college admission essays. I really enjoy tutoring Math, because it was one of the subjects I struggled with the most while going through Middle School and High School. It taught me how essential it is to have...
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...I currently do research in an infectious disease laboratory at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. I tutor subjects in diverse areas, from Molecular Biology and Middle School Math to Spanish and ACT Test Prep. I have a lot of experience teaching students of different ages and levels. In high school, I worked with a program called Breakthrough Miami for two years where I taught extracurricular classes to middle school students. In college, I...
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...before they become obvious or grow to become a serious issue. Once I have accepted a student, I have a personal investment in that student and will go to great lengths to assure that they will succeed in the endeavour that we have committed to achieving. Some people aren't good at tests. Well, I'm REALLY GOOD at taking tests! I'm a natural test taker. Being a stereotypical Asian American since my youth I have been...
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...science. I’ve also taken many AP classes that have helped me shine through my first year of college, in which case I can help those students who will be taking certain AP classes because I’ve taken those exams. I love math and science and these subjects have always been a strong suit and that’s why I chose to pursue a career in the medical field. Nevertheless, I found Spanish and the social sciences to be...
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I believe that all people should have equal access to learning and all learning tools needed to be successful. Education is the key to success that helps one to take command of his or her life.
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...Papu John. I have an extensive College level teaching experience in all branches of Biology / Life Sciences - Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Genetics, Life Sciences, Pathophysiology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology, Nutrition, Histology, Evolution, Biotechnology, Endocrinology and other biology related courses. I enjoy teaching students from middle school and above including graduate students, Ph.D., nursing, and medical students. I also have 20+ years of research experience in all manner of life sciences Endocrinology, Cancer...
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...a B.S. in biomedical engineering. I hope to eventually pursue a Masters in Mechanical Engineering and work in the medical device industry in the future. I have worked as a TA for Electrical Engineering and Bioengineering classes and have experience assisting multiple students at once with difficult homeworks and projects. In addition, I also have experience tutoring in high school chemistry with private clients. I love science and math and I aim to help students...
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...at Western Governor's University. I specialize in Special Education and Elementary Education. My life started with a career in the Army, and I worked in a handful of various industries, including medical, mechanical, security, and trucking. I believe my work experience brings unique traits that could be useful for tutoring. Thinking outside the box and finding creative teaching methods don't just come from a book. Life and work experiences open the door to help teach...
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"As a software engineer with over 6 years of experience, I am passionate about sharing knowledge and simplifying complex coding concepts. My expertise in languages like Python, JavaScript, and SQL, combined with my experience in mentoring and technical writing, positions me to effectively teach and inspire students. I am dedicated to helping learners not only understand the fundamentals but also apply them in real-world scenarios, ensuring they develop the skills needed for success in the...
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Here are the major concepts that a cell biology tutor can cover:
Meiosis
Mitosis
Chemical and molecular environment
Growth and development
Cell biology typically focuses on eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells are typically covered in microbiology. The study of eukaryotic cells can be quite complex. As such, it can be helpful to have cell biology tutoring as a resource outside of learning in the classroom. One major advantage of working with a cell biology tutor is that they can spend as much time going over the subject material as students need to fully understand each topic. This often isn't available in a classroom setting because professors often have to move quickly in order to get through all of the material.
One of the most challenging topics when it comes to cell biology is the area of growth and development. Cell biology tutoring can assist with this complex topic. Whether students are trying to learn about cell division, DNA replication, or cell growth, a cell biology tutor can help them understand what is happening within the cell at each stage.
One of the challenges with studying cell biology is keeping students interested. It can be difficult for students to visualize and engage with cells because they are not readily visible. Students are often more interested in learning about animals or anatomy because they can easily observe these things. This is often not the case with cells. But learning about cells can be just as fascinating because life would not exist without them.
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Recent Cell Biology Tutoring Session Notes
We discussed the format of the student's class and how best to help her study. We also covered one of her upcoming chapters on the cell membrane. We decided that the best way to move forward would be for the student to read the chapters ahead of time and take note of any subjects, or any questions she has, and then we can cover them in each session. We have another session scheduled in 2 days to go over the chapters we did not cover yet.
In this tutoring session, we first went over the topic of enzyme kinetics and then we finished up by reviewing amino acids/entropy in preparation for the student's cell biology exam. Specific topics include competitive/non-competitive inhibition, protein structure, protein folding, Michaelis-Mentin equation, and ubiquitination. Since our first session, the student has made significant progress in memorizing the properties as well as letter codings for the 20 different amino acids, and she demonstrated a good understanding of how proteins fold to achieve stability.
Introduced ourselves and began working through extra questions for his Molecular biology class. We focused on carbohydrate biology and nomenclature, stereochemistry of simple sugars, and exponential bacterial growth.
This session mainly focused on distinguishing prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, specifically by identifying organelles. We also covered transcription and translation a little more in depth than we did other subjects. The session began with a quick overview of prokaryotic and eukaryotic characteristics but the latter portion was dedicated to helping the student with her assignment (10 questions regarding prokaryotic cells and 10 questions regarding eukaryotic cells).
No scores were seen, although I did notice she was able to deduce most of the answers by herself after the initial explanation of eukaryotic vs. prokaryotic characteristics.
I noticed the student mostly struggled with conceptualizing what organelles are and what their specific functions are within the cell, although I believe her assignment may have helped with that after illustrating the two kinds of cells.
Tonight we covered mitosis and cellular respiration of glycolysis and the citric acid cycle. We utilized the learning tools and diagrams to help understand the concepts she was learning. She received her second exam back and got a 60% without the curve; she got a 50% on the first exam. I suggested that she write out the cycles on a white board to practice since the cycles are so intricate.
Today we reviewed the types of bonds (polar and non-polar covalent bonds, ionic, hydrogen, Van der Waals forces) with the student. We also went over monomers and polymers, monosaccharides and carbohydrates. We ended with some homework on hydrocarbons/lipids, electrons/neutrons/protons, isotopes, valence shells.
