...directed questioning, leading the student from beginning to middle to end in a logical progression. The result is a student who learns to have confidence in himself and in applying the information he has already mastered. 5. I receive back from teaching students more than I put in. I am constantly overwhelmed and gratified by the feeling I get from seeing the expression on a student's face when he finally grasps a difficult concept.
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...chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics (from pre algebra to differential equations). I have also worked at Stony Brook University as a college biology lecturer. I like to use a hands on approach to tutoring rather than just lecturing, although I find it best to adapt my methods to the learning style of each individual student. I love to dance, especially ballet. I also love to learn new languages. Currently, I am continuing my studies of...
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My overall philosophy of teaching is simple: I hope to make the students whom I interact with more curious and interested in the biological sciences, through storytelling and engaged learning. My emphasis is that Science is exciting, dynamic, and fun, not dull dry textbook!
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...year medical student at Des Moines University. I attended the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities for my undergraduate studies. I completed a B.S. in Genetics, a B.A. in Spanish Studies, followed by a year of post-baccalaureate studies in Neuroscience. During this time, I accumulated a variety of meaningful experiences in research, tutoring/teaching, peer mentoring, and through athletics as captain of the co-ed cheerleading team. Next, I spent two years gaining additional research, tutoring, medical scribing, and...
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...like to share tips on time management and anxiety when taking tests, as it is a skill I've learned to master. I believe education should be engaging and exciting, and students should be able to get the help they need. I'll do my best to make sure the student understands the material and would be happy to create additional resources. I have received numerous awards in programming for VEX Robotics, essay writing, and for my...
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...throughout my career. Post pandemic, I started elementary school-based homeschooling. Teaching provided purpose to me, it also provided me a way to be connected to the foundations and principles of STEM subjects. I have sought opportunities to teach all throughout my career. It's gratifying to see students succeed and see the aha moment when they get challenging concepts during teaching sessions. It's like meditation, it energizes you to take on other challenging subjects both for...
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...a tutor, I will be able to go beyond the textbook to help students learn and appreciate concepts in various Science-based subjects. My objective is to share my enthusiasm and knowledge with my students, while hopefully making the Sciences fun and interesting for them in the process. Beyond academia, I enjoy wonderful stories be it through books, movies, TV or podcasts, visiting new and fascinating places, and spending as much time possible with friends and...
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I have helped several college students through challenging chemistry, physics, and biology courses. After graduating from the University of Michigan, I have been spending most of my time doing research. My research projects have ranged from molecular biology, biochemistry, and computational biology to applied chemistry, nanomaterials, and algorithm development. I think that I have received enough experience not only to be an expert in these fields, but also confidently share my knowledge with my students.
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...start tutoring because it is the perfect opportunity for me to share my passion for science and gain valuable teaching experience. The two things that make me a great tutor are my deep understanding of biology and my ability to communicate complex concepts in ways that are easy to understand. My passion for science and education also makes my tutoring sessions a lot of fun for my students. Outside of tutoring I love being active...
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...semesters, Microbiology for 1 semester, and Tissue/Cell Culture for 1 semester. I have always loved helping students learn because there were times when I relied on those same people. I try to help students not to only complete their assignments, but help them understand and apply the concepts to different problems. I will be attending graduate school to obtain my PhD in Biomedical Sciences and when I am not busy with academics, I like to...
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I received my Ph.D. degree from the University of British Columbia. With a career path traversing medicine, biomedical research and education, my goal is to facilitate students learning science, biology and human body. I have helped more than a thousand students including middle school & high school students, undergraduates, graduates, adults, and seniors.
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...passion for learning and teaching science, particularly biology, chemistry, and mathematics. My earliest mentoring experiences were during my time in Boy Scouts as I had the opportunity to teach younger scouts important skills as I earned the Eagle Scout Rank. After high school, I attended Saint Vincent College where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Certification in Biotechnology. In college, I was an Opportunity Program tutor for a high school student...
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...have a lot of different perspectives on how to explain math to non-mathematicians. As the middleman between the math department and chemistry departments professors I spent time explaining my work in two different ways. My research was funded by the National Science Foundation under the Mathematics in Life Sciences Fellowship. During my PhD I have taught undergraduates and masters students advanced chemistry, biology and mathematics topics. In my spare time I enjoy East and West...
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...subject knowledge, from basic high school level Biology, to intermediate subjects like undergraduate Biochemistry, Biology, Genetics and Microbiology and advanced subjects such as Molecular Biology and Cellular Biology. I have a BS in Biotechnology and a Masters in Molecular Biology from University of Missouri-St.Louis. I have experience in private tutoring and as an instructor, I am personable, patient and passionate about my tutoring subjects. In my personal time, I am an avid tennis player, film...
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Hey there! My name is Abi and I'm excited to tutor you in a number of subjects including pre-algebra, writing, critical reading, and standardized test preparation. I have much experience writing speeches & editing papers/articles (as Debate Captain, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief & Model UN captain), in addition to regular school tutoring. Looking forward to learning together!
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...in CUNY colleges currently and have also worked in high school as a resource specialist as well as in Montessori settings as well. I have worked with many students who are classified ELL/ESL. I also have about 15 years experience with all forms of learning disabilities, especially students with ADD/ADHD and Autism. I can work however with anyone who feels like they need something alternative to a traditional learning setting. Learning with me will be...
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As a tutor in test prep (SAT/ACT/SSAT/AP), I aim to help my students learn subject matter solidly enough to teach it themselves. I have four years of experience in online tutoring through the Russian School of Mathematics. My VA research, 1st placement in MA Science Olympiad, and perfect AP scores in Calc BC, Eng Lang, Chem, and Bio give me the expertise to transform your student into an academic weapon.
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...doctorate in Biotechnology and submitted my thesis recently with eight publications in international peer reviewed journal.The topic of my research was Host-Pathogen(Ralstonia solanacearum)- Bacterial Endophyte interaction in tomato. My experience as Senior Researcher is more than five years. I have received my BS in Zoology with Medical Microbiology and Biochemistry and MS in General Microbiology. I have mentored a number of students during my research tenure thus formulating a personalized approach for each student based...
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...biology, cell biology, genetic engineering, recombinant DNA technology, microbiology, immunology, cell culture, cancer biology, analytical techniques in biotechnology and related subject areas. In my teaching, i use self prepared notes, illustrations and diagrams with simplified concepts. I help students in completing their assignments, homework , projects, test preparation and solving their doubts. I do also provide notes and teaching matrials if asked. I like to keep my sessions interactive and encourage students to ask questions.
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...to reach this goal, before a student takes on difficult courses & responsibilities, in addition to facing the uncertainty of tomorrow's future. There will be situations where the requirement for assisting students solve a problem is much more than a typical answer of giving yes, no and small simple answers. Sometimes, the understanding of the question itself can allow an easier way for students to find the answer. Which I have witnessed the effectiveness of...
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Genetic engineering is a unique and difficult field that seeks to apply new discoveries to poorly understood systems. Despite so many recent advances in elucidating the mechanisms by which genes work on a molecular level, there are still many aspects in the field that are unknown. These challenges, however, have not halted progress and there have been many notable accomplishments, including engineering bacteria to produce biofuels, creating crop plants that supply essential nutrients, and developing a host of animal models of human disease. Even with a solid foundation in genetics, however, many students find the application of that knowledge to be problematic.
Genetic engineering is a complex field with a lot of information to take in. An unenthusiastic or unprepared teacher can leave one lost and confused, and trying to self-study with textbooks is equally as daunting. Fortunately, there are a number of private tutors who can provide crucial guidance in the field. If you are someone who is struggling with understanding various concepts in genetic engineering, contact Varsity Tutors and ask for help connecting with a tutor who is familiar with the field. By working with an individual who has knowledge of the broad range of systems in genetic engineering, and who can assess your training as part of a program of genetic engineering tutoring, you will be able to prepare for academic success.
Even for a student with a comprehensive background in biology, there are many challenges to doing well in genetic engineering. Planning a project requires facility with online databases of gene sequences and construction of a suitable vector. This is usually an in silico first step, followed by in vivo construction in E. coli. Each of these steps has many potential pitfalls that can be addressed and prevented with tutoring, even if the project is one carried out just in a classroom setting or as a thought exercise for homework. For example, a plasmid that replicates in E. coli uses a different sort of machinery than one that replicates in Bacillus subtilis. The novice genetic engineer may not realize this distinction and waste valuable time troubleshooting transformation protocols when the real issue is one of plasmid incompatibility. Genetic engineering in eukaryotes adds a whole new layer of complexity. Nuclear genes cannot be stably expressed from plasmids, since there is no analogous structure native to eukaryotes. Eukaryotic genes also include introns, and a genetic engineering construct made only from the exons of a gene will not fare well in most systems. The issues go on, and can turn a project that should take a week or two into one that takes months. Genetic engineering tutoring can help solve these issues before they become compounded problems.
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Recent Genetic Engineering Tutoring Session Notes
The student said she needed help with her biology project on chemotaxis. We read through her lab and discussed what she needed to do; she has some questions to ask her instructor. Before we meet next time, she is to start writing her lab report.
We reviewed the nervous system, specifically the distinction between some neurological disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. We also went over some of the "big-picture" information, as I had her explain the digestive system and the nephron. I think she will be ready for her exam in two weeks.
During today's session, the student and I worked on a practice set for the biology assessment test. Although we made good progress, he struggled with some of the problems. The main issue was that it was difficult for him to comprehend what was being asked of him; this is a consequence of his reading-comprehension issues. To address these difficulties, I suggested certain strategies he could employ to make educated guesses on the questions he struggled with the most. Overall, it was a productive session.
The student requested that I help her review Chapter 47 of her biology textbook. Since the chapter focuses on animal development, I used the diagrams in her textbook as visual aids, which were extremely helpful. We covered details regarding fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, organogenesis, and morphogenesis.
The first thing we did this session was to discuss the geometry test she had the previous day, and I was pleased to hear that she felt she did extremely well. It seems as though our first two sessions paid off, and I couldn't be more excited. We then went on to thoroughly cover her biology chapter on female reproduction. She started off saying she didn't understand it, but by the end I felt like she had a good understanding of big-picture ideas as well as an impressive grasp of specific details about FSH, LH, estrogen and progesterone secretion. Overall, I'm impressed with her ability to pick up information quickly and with her verbal accuracy when explaining concepts.
The student did her spring break science homework, which consisted of 34 questions. She only got four wrong. I went over the concepts, behind the topics covered by the questions. We analyzed the questions she got wrong in more depth. Overall, she did well, and had a productive tutoring session with me. We are going to start doing more sample exams to start preparing.
