...am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in the form of writing a paper, passing a test or understanding new concepts. My favorite subjects to tutor are biology or writing. In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors, playing...
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...I have previous experience tutoring middle school students for a public school system, as well as, experience teaching game design to ages 10-17 at a computer camp this past summer. My favorite thing to teach is game design because that is what I am most passionate about but I also enjoy teaching in general. I find it very rewarding to teach and help students learn, especially, when it is a subject they are not comfortable...
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...section. I therefore am an incredibly flexible teacher, who can adapt lessons to a range of ability levels and content areas, which contributes to the success my students have achieved on their state tests, ACT, and AP Biology exam. It is important to me that my students are engaged because from that engagement, we can build investment in the material and skills they need to learn. I like to incorporate labs, hands-on experience, competitions, games,...
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...passion is making science accessible, especially when it can seem confusing and intimidating. I love activating students' natural curiosity and inquiry, and using that to build confidence in and mastery of a wide variety of academic topics. I graduated from Yale University with a double major in Environmental Studies and International Studies, and I love the way science and real-world issues can interact. Part of my interest in the environment comes from my love of being...
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...when concepts are understood, rather than formulas memorized. When helping students prepare for standardized tests I focus on taking practice exams and working with students on the areas they need the most help. Outside of school I enjoy hiking, gardening, reading, and cooking. I like to explore new ways of doing things and being outside. I like to try to strike a good balance between learning, working, and enjoying time by myself, as well as...
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...answers. In my opinion, there is no better way to assess the depth and breadth of one's knowledge than to try to convey it to others. The study habits I hope to pass on to my students are ones that have benefited me throughout my educational career. I graduated salutatorian of my high school and won third place overall in Academic Decathlon state competition my senior year. My academic performance allowed me to attend both...
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My interests in the biological sciences lay at the boundary between basic research and application. In other words, I am passionate not only in the discovery of novel information, but also the practical application of that information in the context of...... My teaching philosophy is that, as much as it is important to learn the material, it is equally important for students to learn how to learn. This means both engaging with students using a variety...
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...help students come to right answers on their own, and I show students how to ask their own questions as well. I believe in giving my students resources that help them continue learning after tutoring is finished and throughout their lives. In addition, using my knowledge of science, math, the arts, and the humanities, I make connections between different subjects to help my students see how what we're working on isn't so strange after all!...
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...or spending time with my friends and family. My approach to teaching is to first understand how the student learns so that I can help them develop effective study and homework strategies. Every person learns a little differently, and I believe that finding the method that works best for each individual is not only the best way to learn, but also the most fun way. I also believe in building my students' confidence in themselves...
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...Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. With several years of tutoring experience under my belt, and a long journey of figuring out my own techniques for studying and retaining vital classroom knowledge, I have a tool belt ready of methods to succeed in the classroom. Additionally, I have worked with students on all sides of the learning/comprehension spectrum and will help your child gain the confidence and skills necessary for long term success!... I believe one thing...
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...much I valued and enjoyed teaching. The opportunity to help another student with their own learning journey was a very positive experience, and it ignited an interest in tutoring again. At the moment, I am most prepared to tutor for ACT and SAT preparation in all subject areas. My personal favorite areas are the English, reading, and writing portions of these tests. In addition, I am prepared to tutor college students in ecology, which was...
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...from the University of Notre Dame in 2014 with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Theology. I've always had a desire to help others learn--in high school I would often help my peers with material when the teachers weren't able to fully explain the material. I tutored high school students for several semesters in college and loved the chance to make learning enjoyable. I've been tutoring for the past few months. I am currently interviewing...
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...If a student is struggling with a particular problem, I work to understand what concepts they are struggling with, whether it's the current lesson or a missed concept from a previous lesson. I also like to integrate general study and test-taking skills into my lessons, regardless of the subject. While I believe that it is important that a student is able to remember the details to solve a particular problem, I think it is vital...
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...Geology with a concentration in Environmental Geosciences and a minor in Sociology. While at USC I worked in the engineering school lab, gathering mineralogical data for research and publication. Following my graduation I went to George Mason University where I studied Environmental Science and Policy. While at GMU I worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and taught three Geology 101 Labs per semester. During the summer I taught Biology and Physical Science at St. John...
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...learning, and that is why I am interested in so many different topics. I am also an excellent test taker and am very passionate about helping students learn how to effectively study for and take tests. I believe that no test should keep a hard working and knowledgeable student from succeeding. I didn???t always know I wanted to be a teacher, but I have always enjoyed tutoring my friends and family when they came to...
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...a soccer team and I danced with the dance majors ( I adore dance!). My first passion in school was studio art, therefore, I have experience in drawing, painting and ceramics. I would love to hear from any student who has any further questions and thinks I may be the perfect fit. As a teacher at heart, I hope that together we can work together to make you the most successful student possible!
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...I am applying to medical school this year. I have tutored fellow classmates throughout college in a variety of subjects; I have tutored biology, physics, math, history, chemistry, and ecology. My teaching method is to make complex ideas more relative to simple concepts and everyday life. I believe that making connections to concepts while learning is the easiest way to grasp a subject. I enjoy all sports with an emphasis in basketball, baseball, football, soccer,...
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...K20 college-bound program, presenting Brain Awareness exhibits as a member of the Society for Neuroscience, and assistant coaching a high school Mock Trial team. Tutoring goes best when the student is motivated, and I have two main approaches to motivating my students. First, context- a topic isn't interesting or important 'just because', we have to discover how it's related to our whole world and especially to things the student already knows they care about. Second,...
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...Development. After graduation, I will attend medical school (where is still being determined), where my goal is to become an academic physician who both cares for patients and educates residents and medical students. My favorite subjects are biology and chemistry, but I enjoy physics and humanities courses as well. My teaching experience includes teaching and tutoring summer school math (and doing some test prep work) to high school students in Rochester, MN. I also have...
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The study of ecology involves learning the complex and interrelated systems that make up the natural world. It also incorporates examining nature through a variety of lenses of differing specificity. For instance, consider nitrogen. Learning about nitrogen in an ecology class might entail learning about the nitrogen cycle, a complex set of relationships without which life on Earth wouldn't be possible, or it might involve studying the specific molecular structures of the different compounds in which nitrogen naturally exists in this cycle, or even the characteristics and importance of nitrogen-fixing bacteria. Ecology invites students not only to gain knowledge at a variety of scales and perspectives, but also to integrate what is learned from these different levels into a comprehensive picture.
If you're having trouble with any of the concepts being covered in the ecology portion of your science classes, or you are preparing for a standardized test like AP Environmental Science, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with customized ecology tutoring to put you on the path to mastering this fascinating and important branch of biology. Ecology tutors are experienced in the field and have the communication skills that set them apart as excellent instructors. After all, even if you're working with an expert, if he or she can't explain concepts clearly and concisely, it's going to make it difficult for you to learn anything! While each tutor is excellent, the educational directors at Varsity Tutors work to help you select the tutor whose skills and personality make him or her the best match for addressing your particular academic profile. Once you select a tutor, you can schedule your ecology tutoring sessions to take place wherever and whenever best suits you. Want to meet at the library on weekends, or at your home on Thursday mornings? Tutors are adaptable and prioritize making sessions as convenient as possible for you. Tutors are also available for face-to-face online sessions using our live learning platform.
In your first session, your tutor can begin to take stock of your level of familiarity with ecology, the concepts and topics that you understand and those that confuse you, your preferred learning style, and your specific goals for the subject. He or she can use this information in designing a learning plan to meet your specific needs. This means that you can work on just the topics that you want to focus on, at whatever pace you find most comfortable. This one-on-one approach makes tutoring both personalized and effective. By having the ability to ask questions, you can be confident that no element of ecology that you're struggling with will be overlooked. Having difficulty understanding the basics of biodiversity? Are you still unclear on the differences between commensalism, mutualism, and parasitism? No matter what you struggle with, you can ask your ecology tutor for help and they will be there to assist you with concrete definitions, examples, and resources. They will ensure that you understand the fundamental elements of ecology before you move on to the more complex branches of the subject.
The subject of ecology can be difficult. It isn't always easy to understand the complex, interconnected web that exists in the natural world. The connection between predation, global warming, and invasive species may not be obvious to some people. That's what an ecology tutor is there for. With the help of an experienced, knowledgeable tutor, anyone can overcome their learning obstacles and master the subject. Call the Varsity Tutors educational directors in your area today for more information about how you can be connected with an ecology tutor, and how ecology tutoring can help you gain the knowledge that you need to meet your goals!
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Recent Ecology Tutoring Session Notes
During our most recent session, the student and I worked on a project. The goal of the project was to outline the main classes of archaebacteria and to determine the characteristics of each class. Our session involved a lot of research in order to identify the various classes and how they differ with respect to each other. His work was very structured and I'm sure he gave an excellent presentation.
Today we started reviewing taxonomy and organism classification. We also went over the structure of a virus and the different parts of it, including the lytic and lysogenic cycles.
We started the session with a discussion of the study materials available prior to Thursday's exam. The student mentioned that he had begun looking over the study guide and that he understood many of the concepts. We then moved on to cover any material that he had not yet reviewed on each of the Problem Sets. Since we covered Problem Set #8 during the last session, we quickly reviewed the material on Problem Set #7. These topics included the semi-conservative hypothesis of DNA replication, the various enzymes involved in DNA replication, including helicase, topoisomerase, DNA polymerase I and III, primase, ligase, and telomerase. I was able to share a useful video tutorial that explored the role of the last three enzymes. The student had a good understanding of these concepts, based on his current review and his recollection from AP Biology. We then moved on to Problem Set #9.
Met with student. Went over grades in all subjects. Concentrated on Biology for a test tomorrow. Taught student test relaxation method of deep breath and slow exhale. Told him not to rush. Also to allot time to answer each question.
The student worked on Biology homework over ecosystems and biodiversity. Then we worked on practice problems in Geometry regarding area and perimeter of triangles and parallelograms.
After getting to know his needs, schedule, and what he needed help with, we started on the first chapter that deals with ecosystem and half about half way done. The student is struggling with the terms and concepts of biology. Being that he is an exchange student, vocabulary is his big problem. I have created a good way and method to get him learn terms, vocabulary and get introduced to terms. No immediate concern. He is a smart student and I'm looking forward to working with him and get him from failing the class to better grades.
