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Shela
As a graduate of Brigham Young University, Provo, I began teaching high school English and theater. During my time as a teacher, I was awarded grants to create and implement a district-wide English program for accelerated and at-risk students. Since that time, I have published three books, "Awakenin...
Brigham Young University-Provo
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Sarah
I graduated from The University of Toledo with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Associate of Applied Science in Cardiovascular Technology. For approximately 8yrs I was the head coach of a high school rowing club. Setting individual and team goals, promoting hard work and team work, and ...
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
University of Toledo
Associate in Science, Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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10+ years
Mahdika
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Ryan
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Houston looking to assist students in strengthening comprehension in subjects vital for college-entrance exams (specifically SAT and ACT). I focus on tutoring in writing and language skills, essay editing, and mathematic subjects. I aim to help stud...
University of Houston
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Carleton College
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Kettering College of Medical Arts
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Raissa
My first tutoring experience was of small groups of dental and medical first years while I was obtaining my PhD in Physiology at the University of Puerto Rico. Since then I have taught a variety of Science classes (General Biology, Anatomy, Anatomy and Physiology) to larger groups at the college lev...
University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy, Physiology

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8+ years
Stuart
I am originally from Atlanta. I recently completed an MFA in Creative Writing at Chatham University. I speak French at the advanced intermediate level, and have traveled extensively across Europe. I feel I have a lot to offer as a tutor of writing and literature.
Chatham University
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English

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Ben
I am currently in my junior year at Union College. I will graduate with a B.S. in Biology in June of 2016, and plan to go to medical school after. My tutoring experience is quite varied. Back in high school I was the TA for a computer science course and a volunteer tutor in chemistry and biology. Mo...
Union College
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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4+ years
Rita
Hey! My name is Baoyi and you can call me Rita. I studied and graduated at The University of Texas at Austin. I am an outgoing, organized, friendly and responsible person. I am fluent in Mandarin and English, and I'd love to help more people to know and learn about Mandarin. Most people think Mandar...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelors, Economics
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Students typically struggle most with the interconnected nature of environmental systems—especially unit 8 on aquatic and terrestrial biomes, where they need to understand how climate, organisms, and nutrient cycles interact. Energy flow through ecosystems (unit 3) also trips up many students because it requires grasping both the 10% energy transfer rule and how that constrains food web structures. Additionally, the quantitative aspects of AP Environmental Science—calculating population growth rates, interpreting data sets, and working through sustainability calculations—challenge students who haven't built strong math foundations alongside their science knowledge.
The AP exam has two sections: 80 multiple-choice questions in 90 minutes (about 1 minute per question) and a free-response section with 3 long-answer questions in 70 minutes. Many students underestimate the reading load in the multiple-choice section—each question often includes a scenario or data set that requires careful analysis. A strong prep strategy involves taking full-length practice exams under timed conditions to build stamina, practicing your pacing on the FRQ section (where you need roughly 20-25 minutes per question), and identifying whether you're losing time on data interpretation, calculation steps, or conceptual confusion.
AP Environmental Science heavily emphasizes real-world data—graphs, tables, and field study results—but many 8th graders haven't developed the habit of extracting meaning from raw information. Common mistakes include misreading axis labels, confusing correlation with causation, and failing to connect data trends to underlying environmental concepts. For example, a graph showing declining soil pH might require you to explain how acid rain causes this shift and predict impacts on plant nutrient availability. Tutors help by walking through the specific steps: identify what's being measured, note the trend, connect it to a mechanism you've learned, and articulate the environmental consequence.
FRQs in AP Environmental Science often ask you to explain a concept, analyze a scenario, and propose a solution—all in one question. The most effective strategy is to read the entire question first, underline key terms and what's being asked, then structure your answer in clear sections: define the concept, explain the mechanism or process, apply it to the specific scenario, and discuss trade-offs or limitations. Many students lose points by jumping straight to writing without planning. Practice questions should focus on multi-part scenarios (like analyzing the environmental impact of a policy change) so you develop comfort breaking complex problems into manageable pieces.
You'll need to calculate exponential population growth (using the formula Nt = N0e^rt), interpret logarithmic scales, work with percentages and ratios (especially for energy efficiency), and perform basic statistical analysis like calculating averages and percent change. Many questions involve real-world calculations—determining how much waste a landfill can hold, calculating carbon footprints, or figuring out how long a resource will last at current consumption rates. If you're weak in these areas, targeted practice with environmental contexts (not abstract math problems) helps you build confidence. A tutor can help you distinguish between when to use exponential vs. linear models and when a calculation is actually testing your understanding of an environmental principle.
AP Environmental Science is designed around the idea that everything connects—energy flow, nutrient cycles, population dynamics, and human impact are all threads in the same tapestry. Students who excel recognize that understanding photosynthesis (unit 3) directly explains why we can only support a limited human population (unit 5), and why deforestation disrupts both carbon and water cycles (units 2 and 8). A strong tutor helps you build these bridges by asking questions like "How does this concept relate to energy flow?" or "Where does this nutrient cycle show up in other units?" Creating concept maps or studying with thematic connections rather than unit-by-unit isolation transforms scattered facts into a system you can apply to novel scenarios on the exam.
Test anxiety in AP Environmental Science often stems from feeling overwhelmed by the breadth of content or panicking when you encounter an unfamiliar scenario. Build confidence by taking multiple full-length practice exams—familiarity with the format and question types significantly reduces anxiety. During the exam, use a strategic approach: on the multiple-choice section, skip difficult questions and return to them later rather than getting stuck; on the FRQ section, start with the question you feel most confident about to build momentum. Practice stress-management techniques like taking a few deep breaths before starting, and remember that the exam is designed so that students don't need a perfect score—aiming for 60-70% of points typically earns a 3 or 4.
A strong AP Environmental Science tutor understands not just the content but the exam's emphasis on systems thinking and real-world application. They should be able to explain why certain topics appear together (like how human population growth connects to resource depletion), guide you through multi-step data interpretation problems, and help you practice translating environmental scenarios into calculations or explanations. They should also be familiar with common student misconceptions—like thinking that renewable resources are unlimited or confusing the greenhouse effect with ozone depletion—and have strategies for clarifying these conceptual tangles. Look for tutors who use practice exam questions and can model how to approach unfamiliar scenarios by breaking them into knowable pieces.
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