...me, history and social studies are important only in the context of what they teach us about how events and culture shape the world in which we currently live. A history class cannot be taught in isolation - it must be made relevant to our experiences today. I can certainly help struggling students to memorize names and dates for an exam, but my primary goal is to encourage a thorough understanding of cause and effect...
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I'm eager to help you in whatever way I can! I'm a graduate of Harvard (BA, Social Anthropology) and Columbia (MA, Human Rights) and have spent years tutoring students in a variety of subjects. I'm a firm believer that effective tutoring stems from developing a program that is tailored and highly customized to individual students. I look forward to working with you!
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...some math background as part of my Economics coursework. As an undergraduate, I was a Philosophy major and an Economics minor. I think both disciplines are incredibly important and each has provided me with valuable skillsPhilosophy has taught me how to write well and identify arguments, while Economics has taught me how to think about markets, mathematical models, and economic theories. In terms of my personal qualities, I am friendly, responsible, and enjoy working with...
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...University of Texas Grad. I received my BA from Texas A&M in International Affairs and Spanish and my MA in Journalism. Most recently, I was a teaching assistant for undergraduate Journalism classes. I worked with students on their writing and multi-media skills. I have also taught adult ESL classes. However, my interest in education and teaching developed much earlier. My mom has been a teacher since I was a child, she and her co-worker friends...
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...is by demonstrating that the subject is not just isolated to an exam, but to also to a countless amount of diverse fields that influence a student's life . For example, cultivating a love for American literature by looking at it through the lens of sports writing. This idea provides a foundation for how I view education; as never simply confined to the classroom. We engage in the learning process through truly ever part of...
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...would assign a term paper instead of an exam as our midterm or final! I think college entrance essays, particularly, can be overwhelming and stressful to the student. I believe that by tackling them with a logical approach and a solid action plan, these essays do not have to be such a source of anxiety. I also have experience preparing students for entrance exams, such as the ISEE and the college-level ACCUPLACER, by teaching test-taking...
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...expectations for all students, and doing my part to prepare them to thrive in the classroom. I work hard to empower my students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed, while encouraging them to develop the intrinsic motivation that is critical to becoming a lifelong learner. In my free time, I like to be outside, whether it's hiking in the mountains or sunbathing at the beach in my hometown! I also love to...
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...aspect of tutoring. Teaching is also a great fit for me right now because I am in the process of starting my own non-profit and the flexibility of teaching allows me to support myself until my non-profit gets up and running. Outside of work, I am an avid backpacker (just this past year I backpacked the Grand Canyon, the Adirondacks and Olympic National Park). And I also enjoy kayaking on the Brandywine, playing pick-up soccer...
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Hello! My name is Miguel. I have extensive experience in educational system with K-12, at-risk, court-appointed, international, and visually-impaired students. My tutoring experience includes in-home and public institutions for nearly five years. A good tutor is patient and is able to adapt to the needs of the student and to the parent. I chose to be an educator to assist in the progression and knowledge of students.
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...of Law and a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army JAG Corps. I scored highly on the LSAT and succeeded in law school, where I was the Editor-in-Chief of the Richmond Journal of Law and Technology. I also won awards on the Moot Court Board, where I served on the Executive Board. I look forward to helping you prepare for the LSAT, your law school classes, or any other subject in which you would like...
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...the University of Delaware. I graduated magna cum laude with honors from the University of Arizona with a BA in history. I also hold an MA in history from the University of Maryland, College Park. I am currently an adjunct instructor at the University of Delaware where I teach World History I and II and the US History survey courses. I have previously taught World History as an adjunct instructor at Delaware County Community College....
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...Georgetown University. This multidisciplinary program included courses in subjects as diverse as theology and literature, the U.S. Constitution, and 20th Century American Foreign Policy. I wrote my Master's dissertation on the Evolution of the Modern U.S. Senate, a subject which was inspired by my own career on Capitol Hill. Last year, I decided to leave politics to pursue a career in education, research, and teaching. I now teach in the Boston University Washington Program, the...
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...of the most brilliant minds in the 20th century, was renowned for explaining extremely abstract and difficult concepts in very simple laymen terms so that average Americans could understand concepts that are described by mathematical equations only a select few could understand. I take much inspiration from examples like this when trying to teach - use everyday things to simplify concepts for students whether it's using sports or fashion or current events or even gossip...
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...received a Bachelor's Degree in both Spanish and Political Science. During my undergraduate career, I spent my junior year as an exchange student at the University of Puerto Rico taking classes in Spanish linguistics, business Spanish, American Foreign Policy, and Constitutional Law. I later studied law for a year and a half and then attended the University of California Los Angeles, where I received a graduate certificate in Spanish Interpretation & Translation. In my free...
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...studies), both a BS & MSc from Western Oregon Univ. and a BA from Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA. Subjects I have taught include history, Theory of Knowledge (IB), IB biology, earth sciences, IB environmental science, geography, religion, IB philosophy, literature, anthropology, archaeology, art, composition, literature, life skills, etc. Along with my varied education and degrees, I bring genuine, holistic life-experiences and diverse global perspectives to each field wherein I teach. My honors include two...
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...and ended up fluent after a year studying abroad in Madrid, Spain! I like to tell my students this because it shows how school can lead to exciting paths in the future. Beyond academics, I skateboard, play the guitar, and enjoy all the good things life has to offer. I believe teaching is a team effort, so I check with students periodically in each session to make sure they are following along. What works for...
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...seeing a student overcome obstacles to succeed. Whether it's helping an autistic seven-year-old learn to play with other children or helping a high school freshman learn to make a solid argument, I value the impact I make on others through teaching. I began my professional life as a tutor six years ago, and have taught a variety of subjects, including time management, reading, writing, history and SAT and AP preparation. In lessons, I focus on...
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...will be receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Legal Studies this spring. In the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and...
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...students are not the ones that are taught the answers, but rather the ones that are taught the skills to get to the answers. This is best demonstrated in Essay Writing, where I may start with a student that is overwhelmed by simply choosing a topic and see that student get to a point where help is wanted only after he or she has finished the first draft. I am a firm believer that every...
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A love of politics can drive students many places in an educational career. Sometimes it takes the form of a pre-law program, while other times it creates a desire for more history courses. No matter how politics is studied, courses in government and politics have to be priorities. A government class necessitates that students learn a wide variety of skills, some of which may be familiar from other courses in the social sciences, but many of which will be unique to the academic study of government. Whether you need help learning US or international politics, or political theory, Varsity Tutors can help find you the perfect tutor. It doesn't matter if you need help boosting your grade or you are just looking to get the highest mark, tutors can help you either way.
A background in history is crucial to understanding the role of government, but conversation and analyses utilized in government classes quite often depart from typical historical approaches. Mastering all of these different skills on your own can be quite difficult. Not learning these skills can cause you to fall further and further behind your classmates. Getting help may be necessary to get the results you need in your government class. A tutor can give you that help. Varsity Tutors can help you find a professional tutor who specializes in government. Government tutors are people who love politics, history, and social sciences. They have degrees from some of the best colleges and universities in the country, and they know everything you need to learn for your class. But these tutors are much more than knowledgeable; they are educators who have helped many students succeed in government courses. These teachers can help you achieve your academic goals as well.
Every instructor works one on one with students in a personalized setting that is designed to help each student achieve his or her full potential. Instructors begin their work with every client by taking a careful assessment of the student's strengths and weaknesses in the subject area. This means that your government tutoring is designed around your specific academic needs and those needs alone. No two government tutoring programs are laid out in the same way because no two students are the same. Your tutor will treat you with the care and respect that you deserve. What you study with your tutor can be based on the skills you need to work on for your government class. Start performing better in your government class today. Call Varsity Tutors to learn about government tutoring anywhere in the United States.
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Every instructor works one on one with students in a personalized setting that is designed to help each student achieve his or her full potential. Instructors begin their job with every client by taking a careful assessment of the student's strengths and weaknesses in the subject area. This means that your government tutoring is designed around your specific academic needs and those needs alone. No two government tutoring programs are laid out in the same way because no two students are the same. What you study with your tutor will be based on the skills you need to work on for your government class. Start performing better in your government class today. Call Varsity Tutors to learn about government tutoring anywhere in the United States.
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Recent Oakville Government Tutoring Session Notes
During this session, we prepped for the student's upcoming project presentation that was scheduled for the next day. We put together note sheets for reference when she is presenting and practiced at the end of the session.
Today the student and I had our last meeting together. Since we previously completed a study guide for the student, we decided to spend our time studying the chapter questions a few at a time, to figure out what areas he needs to study most before his test, which is online and open-book.
During this session, the student and I completed quizzes and one exam from the English section of his classes, and we completed quizzes from the government section. He had a more difficult time with the government section, though he did finish three quizzes.
We focused on the students American Government assignment during the session. He completed two thirds of the assignment on his own primarily the short answer and definition portions. We reviewed and expanded his answers as needed focusing on providing examples when necessary. We then outlined and discussed the essay writing portions of the exam. We created a detailed outline for his first essay and brainstormed contemporary examples that he could include. The student has only one major assignment for the following week which is a government exam. In the next session we are planning on reviewing either his sociology notes or studying for his exam.
Today we made an outline for the student's government paper. We went over his assignments for the rest of the week and we read a poem and analyzed it. We also discussed the screenplay that he has to write by Friday.
During my first session with the student, we started with some "icebreakers" and a discussion about his school and classes. After learning that he was studying the Bill of Rights, I played a fun rap song about the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. We then outlined major Supreme Court cases involving civil liberties and made flashcards to practice. We finished by playing the song 41 Shots by Bruce Springsteen, a powerful song that relates to illegal searches and seizures.
