...Stratagene, I wrote and published several Biotech labs- which were sold internationally through Wards Biology Corporation. My High School was the Beta testing site, and we received thousands of dollars of equipment as well as grants from the County of San Diego Office of Education. After retiring, I spent eight years teaching Chemistry, Biology and Marine Biology at Liahona Academy in Hurricane and my home town of Virgin, Utah. That came to a halt during...
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...I am a people-focused person. I tutored from my first year of college all the way to the day I received my Master's.. Tutoring has brought me great focus, enjoyment and, ultimately, a fulfilling and meaningful contribution to determined students. I am excited about the concept of education. I have always been a student who achieved stellar grades in all areas of study. I am highly motivated and perceptive. I approached my schooling just as...
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...and a Certification in Biotechnology. In college, I was an Opportunity Program tutor for a high school student preparing for the AP Chemistry Exam. Regarding college students, I served as a note taker for the General Biology course, a tutor for the Cell Biology course, and a tutor for a Biochemistry course for graduate students. After college, I attended the University of Pittsburgh for graduate school and earned my PhD in Cellular and Molecular Pathology....
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...graduate students. Through my experience teaching courses I have developed a variety of tools to help teach students with different learning styles and have learned to be very adaptive in helping students. My training as a Molecular Biologist means I have a wide background that includes experience in many STEM disciplines and I love using this broad integrative background to be able to better relate concepts to students and help them also see connections between...
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...coaching and partnering with students to contribute towards their learning journey across International & Indian curriculum (IGSCE, A Levels, IB, CBSE and ICSE boards ), (6th grade to undergrads) . Through my initial years of working as a Microbiologist in a pathological lab after completion of "Masters in MicroBiology", I transitioned to my very fulfilling journey of tutoring, leveraging my strength and experience of Biological Science. I enhanced my educational qualification by acquiring an additional...
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...have a great deal of experience in biology, chemistry, and physics. I consider myself a solutions finder for difficult problems. In tutoring, I am patient and offer my students an open environment where they can reveal the areas they're struggling in and discuss any misunderstandings of the textbook material. I hope to provide an understanding into the often hard to grasp natural world. I am also a lover of fine arts and can often be...
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...environment where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to express their ideas. I strongly believe that all students can learn and that each student has different talents and abilities that should be nurtured. I strive to establish strong student-teacher relationships and believe that a supportive connection enhances the learning experience. These student-teacher relationships can then evolve to one of mentorship, either immediate or longitudinal, in which I aim to help students with their careers goals...
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...me that I have a huge passion for STEM courses. I proudly maintain 4.0 GPA while working in the research lab, flying airplanes on the weekend, and still making time for my morning yoga and meditation. When tutoring, I always implement my time management and successful studying methods as well as college/career path advising, if requested. I have experience in working with disabled children that have trouble with reading and memorizing, so I am a...
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...providing a personalized approach that integrates their academic goals with the skills and knowledge required for future success in their chosen careers. Whether it's preparing for rigorous exams, mastering core subjects, or cultivating specific skills for career advancement, my focus is on guiding students to not only excel in their studies but also develop a clear roadmap for their professional journey. Through clear, engaging, and interactive resources, I work with students to identify their strengths,...
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...a pool of applicants to go to rural Cusco, Peru, where we built a greenhouse, renovated a tree nursery, and paved a trail to a viewpoint to promote environmental conservation and rural tourism in Cusco. Under the guidance of the rural Peruvian community, I was able to both utilize the Spanish I knew and learn conversational Spanish and a little bit of Quechua, the local language. After returning from Peru, I applied and was accepted...
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...my Ph.D., I was able to teach many entry-level and senior-level biology courses and understand the necessary knowledge that must be learned early on, which is needed to be successful in future classes. While I am well-versed in many biological courses, I genuinely enjoy teaching microbiology with a focus on microscopy. This course allows students to learn of a new world that exists at their fingertips and one that they never knew existed. Outside of...
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...in Public Health at l'Universit de Montral. My passion for teaching started as a teaching assistant and has since expanded through tutoring in science, biology, and French. I strive to make complex topics, whether in science or language, engaging and accessible for all students. I adapt my teaching to each student's needs, creating a supportive, interactive learning environment. Outside of academics, I enjoy running and music, which I bring into my tutoring approach to make...
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...and also enjoy the concepts of the sciences and mathematics in their everyday lives. As a tutor, I am dedicated to providing a deep understanding of complex scientific concepts and mathematical principles among my students. With my educational background of pursuing Bachelors degree in Health Sciences and Masters degree in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, I have become proficient in these areas of studies and with my past experience as a teaching assistant/ tutor, I have...
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...and mammals, and have always sought to translate my research into engaging, practical lessons for students. I believe in creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. My teaching philosophy centers around active learning, where students are encouraged to ask questions, collaborate, and apply their knowledge to real-world problems. I strive to make complex scientific concepts accessible and relevant, helping students build a solid foundation for future academic and...
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...Biology. I also earned minors in chemistry and Spanish while there. While in college, I was a teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry I and II for 3 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...
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...also selected as a Learning Assistant for Genetics during my enrollment at George Mason, where I assisted undergraduate students studying genetics. I also have experience working with my own children during the pandemic when schools were remote learning. I am passionate about science in general, but particularly engaged in molecular biology and how biological systems work; the cascades, the signaling pathways, genetics, and the immune system are amazing pieces of our system, it is hard...
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...mentored a number of students during my research tenure thus formulating a personalized approach for each student based on their interest, goals, and aspirations. I feel that tutoring would give a platform where I can transform my practical knowledge into a theoretical approach in a simple, interesting, and engaging way. While I tutor a number of biology subjects like ecology, molecular biology, genetic engineering, cell biology, zoology, immunology, botany, plant science, and other basic life...
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...school right up to adult age. I have taught elementary, middle, and high school. I taught various subjects as a Certified Exceptional Student Education Teacher (Special Education). I don't have a favorite subject that I tutor. Education is my passion so I come to each subject with that same passion. I get to know my student and base my teaching style on my what my student's needs are. My hobbies are reading books, crocheting, loom...
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Hamilton Biotechnology Tutoring FAQ
By studying the various ways in which particular genes can be inserted into an organism's existing genetic code, scientists have discovered how to use these organisms for the benefit of society. As the field devoted to this practice and its potential results, biotechnology is a complex discipline on the forefront of current scientific research, and presents a wide variety of potential real-world applications. For instance, did you know that transgenic E. Coli are used to create insulin to help people who are diabetic maintain their blood sugar levels? With the great amount of potential this field holds, its no wonder that numerous undergraduate and graduate curricula offer courses completely dedicated to biotechnology, and that biotechnology units often feature in genetics classes as well.
As you might be able to infer, the field of biotechnology is a complex one. To succeed, you need both a solid foundation in traditional genetics concepts, as well as the ability to approach challenges with creative problem-solving skills. There is also a large amount of specific vocabulary and jargon to deal with. Further, biotechnology demands the consideration of scientific ethics in ways that other scientific subjects, such as physics and chemistry, do not. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with biotechnology tutoring across the country that can help you work through the material you need to learn in an organized and efficient way.
No matter what aspects of biotechnology you find difficult, a private tutor can help. Biotechnology instructors are experienced in the field, and many of them have advanced biology degrees and work in research labs or industries directly related to the field. They've achieved success in their own biotechnology coursework, and combine their subject knowledge with superb teaching skills. Not only do they understand biotechnology, they can help you understand it as well. Whether you are taking the early courses associated with the subject, such as biotechnology and society, introduction to cell and molecular biology, or genomic and cDNA library construction and analysis, or you have begun to work with the harder subjects, like data analysis using SAS, immunology, advanced SAS programming, and bioreactor cell culture techniques, you can get assistance from a professional, experienced tutor.
Our educational directors can help you select the instructor who is best suited to addressing your specific needs, and that instructor can design a curriculum aimed at addressing your specific concerns. Can't figure out how to come up with an effective experimental design using restriction enzymes and DNA ligase? Wonder why an antibiotic resistant gene is often included in a plasmid vector? Need help learning lab techniques like PCR and the Sanger method of sequencing DNA? A private tutor can help you with these concerns and others. You can work at whatever pace suits you best without worrying about keeping up with the rest of your class, and your sessions can be held when, where, and at the frequency that works best with your schedule. If your schedule is too hectic to meet up, many tutors offer online tutoring through Skype or other webcam services. In addition, you may receive customized learning materials, such as books, pamphlets, CDs, and more. Your tutor keeps you up to date on your progress, such as improvements or new concepts to work with more. While they work with you, they strive to help you reach your goals, whether it is a specific score on your biotechnology test, or to gain admittance into a specific school.
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Recent Hamilton Biotechnology Tutoring Session Notes
In this session, we worked to prepare the student on morphogenesis and stem cells. For plants, we went over the contents of a seed, the anatomy of a sprout, and the apical meristem (how it correlated to animal stem cells). She struggled most with the plant content as it was mostly memorization of terms, but it went well. We created study note cards from her test objectives list, and I instructed her to use those to study. I had no concerns about this session.
We went through genetics. He had an exam the next day so I went through it with him. I had some questions prepared so I had him complete those while I created different pedigrees for him to work on. I went through the 4 types of pedigrees with him and had him label the genotypes on each. We also went through some of the diseases he was told to memorize. We also were able to get in some geometry. I tested him by just complicating the problems and showing him little tricks to solve them. Also taught him The Rule of Sine.
Extremely intelligent student and picks up information quickly.
We covered:
- Darwin's Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection.
- Darwin's evidence for evolution.
- Cladistics and Taxonomy.
- Fossil and molecular evidence for Evolution.
- The difference between punctuated equilibrium and descent with modification.
We went over the student's quiz from last week to analyze errors and any patterns. For this week's quiz I went over three general test taking strategies to implement this week and to help him feel more confident. I also asked him to make 6 more flashcards in the method we had discussed last week.
The student and I didn't get a chance to meet the week before so we had more to work on. We studied some Biology topics primarily covering evolution and natural selection. Afterwards, we studied geometry covering special right triangles such as the 3-4-5 triangle. He felt confused about some topics but I cleared up the fact that he simply has to memorize the triangles.
I used my lectures to cover the topics of meiosis, mitosis, and genetics, which was more comprehensive than the material the student had available. We finished his extra credit, and I quizzed him using the exams I have used in the past for my classes. He seems to know the material, he just needs to study his worksheets.
For our initial meeting, we discussed some of the trouble she has been having with her biology course. We tackled the topics of DNA, replication, transcription, and translation. I used some educational videos to illustrate each of these processes, so she had a greater concept of leading and lagging strand synthesis for replication.
