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I hold a PhD and a Master's from Cornell University, a Master of Arts from Brooklyn College, and a Bachelor of Arts from James Madison University. With extensive experience teaching college writing, public speaking, theatre, film, and media, I've worked with students in large lectures, small discussion-based classes, and one-on-one mentoring. My teaching philosophy emphasizes active learning and critical engagement, helping students develop their voices through exploration and discussion. Outside of academia, I sing as a member of a Connecticut chorus, and I enjoy riding my bike and going on trail walks.

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Joshua’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: James Madison University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Graduate Degree: CUNY Brooklyn College - Master of Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism

Graduate Degree: Cornell University - Master of Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General

Graduate Degree: Cornell University - Doctor of Philosophy, Visual and Performing Arts, General

Hobbies

sci-fi films and TV, singing, biking, and trail walking

Tutoring Subjects
Admissions
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
Art
College Application Essays
College English
College Level American Literature
Comparative Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax
English Language Arts Substitute
Essay Editing
High School English
High School Level American Literature
High School Writing
Literature
Other
Performing Arts
Public Speaking
Substitute
Theatre
Writing