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Tutoring review by John in Akron, OH
Reviewed his past and current homework, which he had some questions about. I went over with him how to calculate the equation of the tangent line for a function at a given point. I also reviewed with him how to work with vector fields and how to solve first order differential equations. We also talked about how he can improve his performance in tests (by working to retain everything he's learned and memorizing the differentiation/integral rules).
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Tutoring review by Bejoy in Akron, OH
Today the student and I went over word problems covering different topics in algebra, arithmetic and geometry. We reviewed about 35 different problems. She did very well in these problems and I thought she understood what the question was asking and tried to apply what she knew to find the answer. She did have trouble with one of the algebra word problems where it asked for what time 2 trains would meet if they are traveling in opposite directions and left their stations at the same time. She correctly drew out the problem and used the correct formula d=rt but then she got stuck with what to do from there. We went over that and I gave her another similar example which she did great. I told her to bring her textbook for our next session so that I can get an idea on what kind of word problems she is learning in class. Overall I thought the student was excellent today and did plenty of word problems covering a range of topics like volume, perimeter, percents, ratios, age word problems, work word problems and distance.
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Tutoring review by Kewanta in Akron, OH
Today I met with the student for the first time. Our time together was very pleasant. We are definitely going to have a lot of fun learning. Today we covered the four different Reporting Categories of 6th Grade Math - Number Sense, Algebra, Geometry and Measurement, and Financial Literacy. I strongly believe that math students should understand where the problem is coming from. It will help them tackle the problem with a clear view. I gave him an assessment. I wanted to assess his current strengths and deficiencies in order to be a highly effective tutor. After the assessment, we took a look at the current Math concepts. This week they are working on graphs. Therefore, he and I did a brief overview of histograms. After reviewing his assignments, it is clear that he needs strategies to help him develop full picture views of the problem. Like most students, he rushes through the problem, and does not always catch the important details. He has a very positive attitude. He knows that he is very smart. However, he also understands that the amount of effort is directly related to his success as a student. Now, that I know what he needs to be successful, I will introduce those strategies during our next session.
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Tutoring review by Tate in Akron, OH
The student was learning about DNA expression, so we spent the majority of our time covering concepts related to that topic. We watched several informative videos about DNA transcription, mRNA processing/splicing, and translation. The videos helped her conceptualize what she was learning since she is a visual learner. We discussed all the different proteins involved in the processes, the difference between 5' and 3' ends, what it means for DNA to be anti-parallel, and where the different processes take place. She is doing very well and I am pleased with her progress, as usual!
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Tutoring review by Nicole in Akron, OH
For this session, the student read his book and wrote his summary paragraph. He finished his book and seems very excited to read the next book in the series. He also completed a few word problems with the operations of addition and subtraction for numbers up to 1000. He did a great job summarizing his reading. He struggled with recalling a few details, but he does a great job generating his sentences and writes good compound sentences. Great job!
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Tutoring review by Dhinakaran in Akron, OH
We continued our session from Wednesday, with one student continuing to do the chapter tests. She is now up to chapter 7 of 9 in studying for her exam next week. With the next student, who had her exam in Pre-Calc and Algebra earlier that day, we continued on learning new concepts and picked up where we left off in logarithms. She did several examples from an algebra book using the law of logarithms and her work was checked for comprehension and mistakes. The third student has an exam in two weeks, so she continued to review her past material as well as worked on transformations to the graphs of y=Asin(Bx+C) + D and y=Acos(Bx+C) + D.
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Tutoring is highly effective in part because tutors adapt their lessons to their students’ learning styles. Classroom lectures and textbook explanations can prove insufficient when a topic is unfamiliar or complex. To further complicate matters, teachers may have little time to provide additional support to their students. A tutor, on the other hand, works with you one-on-one via private tutoring or with a small group of students via Varsity Tutors’ live, online group courses (available in select subjects).

Tutors can accommodate visual, kinesthetic, and auditory learning styles, among others. They can also enrich their tutoring sessions with a wide variety of resources. These resources may include teacher-provided tools like assignment sheets and short readings, as well as supplementary tools like videos, manipulables, and graphics. The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform also equips students and tutors with test prep books for key exams like the ACT, GRE, and SAT and thousands of practice problems. If your college-age student is struggling in organic chemistry, for instance, a tutor may help them review bonding with a series of labeled illustrations and carefully chosen practice problems. If you are trying to perfect your Spanish pronunciation, on the other hand, your tutor might utilize videos, live conversation, and audio recordings.

Because all tutoring sessions are personalized with your learning style and precise needs in mind, you can spend as little or as much time as you need on specific concepts and skills. In a traditional classroom or at a traditional tutoring center, this is next to impossible. A tutor can even help you identify the areas where you need to spend more or less time if you aren’t sure what they are. For example, while one student may need to spend several months refining their time management techniques for the ACT or SAT, another student may be able to perfect their strategies in a few hours.

Ultimately, every person learns differently—and while typical classrooms aren’t equipped to teach to each student individually, tutoring is.

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A great tutor can make even the most impossible of tasks seem possible. Achieving this end, however, involves more than just subject knowledge. An effective private tutor is also an excellent communicator. An effective private tutor likewise has a friendly demeanor that fosters confidence in your developing skills and content mastery. With Varsity Tutors, tutoring sessions are a positive and enriching environment to learn in, no matter your age or current abilities.

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Tutors on the Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform hail from competitive colleges and universities, including America’s Ivy League institutions. All tutors must successfully pass a background check prior to meeting with students, and their academic credentials (such as any certifications, grades, and test scores) are carefully examined. Whether you’re in need of a tutor who can help your child improve their PSAT performance or you need help with compiling your graduate school applications, we verify that your instructor has the expertise necessary to help you shine.

In total, potential tutors complete six steps that determine whether or not they pass through our extensive vetting process. These steps are also designed to assess each prospective tutor’s ability to teach in a clear, engaging manner. Tutors are asked to provide a record of their prior teaching experience, and must demonstrate their aptitude via simulated lesson plans and mock tutoring sessions. This prevents frustrating scenarios in which a tutor is highly knowledgeable about a given subject, but unable to adequately convey that knowledge to their students (an experience that many of us have had at one time or another, and that can waste precious time).

The tutor profiles displayed above represent just a fraction of the tutors who are waiting to assist you with your learning goals. Varsity Tutors can help you identify the one tutor from this broad pool who is uniquely suited to your learning style and needs—all without additional effort or work on your part.

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One of the advantages of connecting with a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform is the flexibility that it affords you and your family. Maybe you’d like to prepare for a professional certification like the SIE or Series 7 after work, or perhaps your child must balance school, extracurricular activities, familial commitments, and tutoring. Tutors can meet whenever you’re free, which can be a significant advantage when you have very little time to spare. Love to study on a Tuesday or Wednesday evening? Prefer to meet with your tutor on a Saturday or Sunday morning? Not a problem—Varsity Tutors will help you find a tutor who has the subject matter expertise and the availability that you need.

Tutors can meet with you online further increasing the flexibility of this powerful educational tool. With online tutoring, you can work with the very best tutor for you, even if they live in California and you live in New York. This is a great option if you live in a rural area or require a tutor with rare or highly specific qualifications. If you find yourself asking, “How will I possibly find the right tutors near me?” Varsity Tutors can help you do just that.

Online tutoring sessions take place in a secure environment via desktop or mobile devices like a smartphone or tablet. Our Live Learning Platform includes features like video chat, a whiteboard, integrated practice problems, and subject-specific tools such as a document editor and a periodic table. Students can also opt to replay sessions for increased recall and understanding of session concepts.

For on-demand needs, you can also choose Instant Tutoring. With Instant Tutoring, you can select a subject to receive assistance in, click a button on the Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform, and connect with a live online tutor in as little as 15 seconds. Instant Tutoring is ideal for homework emergencies, language practice, or last-minute test prep, and is currently available in all K-12 academic subjects. This includes subjects like algebra, biology, essay editing, and history.

If you prefer face-to-face interactions, tutors like those above can also meet with you in person. Tutors come to you, eliminating the need to travel to an inconvenient tutoring center or to battle traffic in general. Private tutoring sessions can take place in your home or at a nearby location of your choosing. You might find that it’s easier to focus at your local coffee shop or library. If so, your tutor can meet you there. If your child would rather work from your kitchen or living room, their tutor can do that too.

Interested in a live, online group course instead of one-on-one tutoring? Still need to balance a packed day-to-day life? We understand. New small group courses in select subjects begin each month. A variety of times, such as evenings and weekends, are available to suit a range of scheduling needs.

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