...as well as individual classes, allows me personally to broaden my own scope of education. I strongly believe whether teaching in the classroom or online using a platform, as well as in-person or online tutoring, yields substantial benefits for students who are willing and eager to push past obstacles, learn fundamental skills, core concepts, and helps each develop a more generalized thought process with more engagement. I am passionate and enthusiastic when I teach, as...
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...am a graduate of The University of Karachi, Pakistan. I received my PhD in Biochemistry with a focus on Virology, Microbiology, Molecular biology. Since graduation, I have traveled to US. I am most passionate about Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular biology, Virology. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. In my spare...
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...little support and an adult who is eager to invest time and energy into their success. In a tutoring session with me, you should expect to engage in the content you're learning in ways that best suit your needs and interests so that you can be successful and confident in class. I currently live in Dayton, Ohio but I've lived all over the country. I graduated with a dual major from Millersville University of Pennsylvania,...
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...Polytechnic Institute and a Ph.D. in Cell Biology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Born in Japan and fluent in Japanese, I bring a unique cultural perspective to my teaching, further enriching the learning experience for my students. My academic journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of various subjects, including Japanese, life sciences, biology, immunology, computer science, and chemistry. My teaching experience spans from instructing General Chemistry lab courses at the...
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...am a graduate of Miles College and Samford University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science. I also received my Master of Science in Environmental Science. I am working toward obtaining an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on STEM Education. I have several years of experience working with students, both as a teacher and a tutor. I am passionate about helping students succeed. When...
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I am a 20 year old Biology major and political science minor at the University of South Carolina. I graduated the Full International Baccalaureate Program with the diploma. I have danced ballet, modern and contemporary for 15 years with 5 years teaching experience. Contact me about teaching supplemental Ballet classes! I will not conduct in person sessions due to COVID-19.
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...I am a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a B.S. in Biology. I tutor in my free time to help students by creating thoughtful and exciting lessons that cater to my students as individuals. I am very motivated, hardworking, and dependable, and I get a real sense of purpose from helping my students to achieve the best possible grades. I strive to create that aha moment when the subject...
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...as chemistry, cell and molecular biology. I also completed a Master of Science degree in Biochemistry from Case Western Reserve University in 2018. I have worked in medical research labs since 2009, and love learning and discovering new things through experimentation. As a lab manager, I have had to teach new personnel basic and advanced skills required for working in an animal research facility as well as a cell culture lab. Through this training, I...
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...on public health and food systems in Latin America. I have been a tutor for the last 6 years and absolutely love working with kids of all ages. I love learning from my students and have gained so much experience with different styles of teaching. I have a fairly math and logic-oriented brain so I think I excel in science subjects as I tend to break things down and think about things systematically. With that...
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...in Neuroscience from the Ohio State University. Currently, I'm pursuing a Masters in Pharmacology, and working at the NIH researching pre-eclampsia and preterm birth. I aim to apply to MD-PhD programs this year, and specialize in Perinatology and Neonatology! I have always grown up in an environment that appreciates and encourages learning, and I love helping others achieve their academic goals! I have a lot of experience with AP classes, and I took over 15...
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...believe that learning is what makes life fun. It is my goal to help you learn while having fun. I've been teaching for 20 years and have my PhD in Molecular Biosciences, but my teaching and tutoring experience ranges from Writing to Chemistry and all sorts of Biology. I love to teach and tutor! My favorite thing is to explain difficult concepts in simple and straight-forward ways. I am a very interactive tutor, and I...
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I am currently in my 3rd year of Naturopathic Medical School, pursuing a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine as well as a Master's in Nutrition. I currently have a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Before starting medical school, I worked as a medical scribe and Anesthesia tech. I love teaching/tutoring students and figuring out the best way for each individual to learn.
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I believe that with enough time, effort, support, and resources that anyone can learn how to do anything. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Biology and I'm working toward earning a Master's in Teaching. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with others!
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Plant biology is a very specialized field, covering a variety of nuanced material that can differ dramatically from the topics covered in traditional biology coursework. If you need help with plant biology tutoring, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a subject-matter expert who can explain both its detailed and broad concepts. Plants are significantly different from the types of organisms you might find in other fields of biology, with foreign processes for energy production, respiration, reproduction, and vascular transport. Are you frustrated by trying to distinguish monoecious from dioecious? Can't remember how double fertilization works, or which hormones are needed to maintain apical dominance? Plant biology tutoring can help you thoroughly comprehend these topics and more, while building study habits and retention techniques to carry your mastery forward into future coursework.
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During this session, the student and I continued our preparation for his exam. This time, however, our review was very comprehensive and encompassed all of the material that would be on the exam. Since we had already covered the functions of the pulmonary and cardiovascular systems, we spent a good chunk of our time discussing the important concepts related to the digestive system. Once these issues had been addressed, we did a comprehensive last review of all of the material. I am confident that he is well prepared and will do very well on his upcoming exam.
We reviewed the previous session's material. The student absorbs the material well and has successfully answered all of my questions about the last session's material. After this brief review, we went back to assessment study guide sheets.
During today's session, the student and I worked on getting him ready for his upcoming final in biology. In order to do this, we worked off a review sheet that his teacher prepared for the class. He had already answered many of the review sheet questions; however, we decided to go back through the review sheet in order to ensure he had retained the material. Overall, it was a productive and worthwhile session.
Student and I reviewed the algebra problems he completed for homework, and he finished the remaining problems. We also reviewed for his biology test on phylogenies. We defined the terms virus, peptidoglycan, chitin, and phylogeny. I quizzed him on the taxonomic classifications, the three domains, and the four eukaryota kingdoms.
We reviewed concepts in genetics, cell structure and function, and vaccines. We applied these concepts to different discussion problems and questions from the study guide in preparation for next weeks final exam
The student has a big test tomorrow on organ systems. Her test will cover the circulatory system and respiratory system. We traced the blood flow from the heart to the lungs and back and went through all the major arteries and veins involved in it. We then covered the flow of air through the body and how gas exchange occurs. We covered blood, white blood cells and all that is involved in the circulatory system. We also covered some antigen-antibody relationship and immune response. We touched on blood types and the factors involved in it as well. She felt a little overwhelmed with so much information and so much detail but by the end of the session she had a good grasp of the main ideas and almost all of the details. We will meet next week to start her last unit.
