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In my every day contact with students or learners, I like to concentrate on Algebra, Algebraic Geometry and Algebraic Number Theory, and statistics which are mainstream subjects in the field of Mathematics. Specifically, I am interested in seeing the contextualization of mathematics as it relates to real life application. In choosing to study Mathematics that most students do not want to deal with, and sometimes ask me where, when and how would I ever use this Mathematics, I wish to learn the latest developments in interdisciplinary studies in the fields that I am interested in. In the processes of imparting this knowledge to others, learners will make the connection and see the relevance of Mathematics in their everyday situations. I will feel content or may be satisfied only when I have made fruitful achievements in my scholarly pursuit by demystifying this subject called Mathematics to every student or learner who wants to learn this subject.
Dr. Hope Essien

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Hope’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science

Graduate Degree: Chicago State University - Master of Science, Applied Mathematics

Hobbies

Lawn Tennis

Tutoring Subjects
Algebra
Competition Math
Discrete Math
Elementary School Math
Finite Mathematics
IB Further Mathematics
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches
IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation
Math
Middle School Math
Pre-Algebra
Statistics Graduate Level