...well as Physics 1 and 2. Library tutors have had extensive group tutoring experience, as well as online tutoring experience. Apart from that, I also worked for a new program put on by the education department, called a "Learning Assistant". As a Learning Assistant, I was assigned to a Calculus 1 class, and acted as a sort of "in class tutor" where students can ask questions without disrupting the professor from lecture. It was intended...
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...It is my expectation that students not only learn from me and from each other, but that I learn from them as well. The connection and energy established between my students and myself is a powerful teaching technique that I utilize in creating an optimal learning experience. By sharing with them my teaching objectives, students know that I am invested in them. My role as the instructor is not only a source of knowledge but...
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...with a BS in physics and astronomy. While I was there, I had a fun time being a teaching assistant (TA) for lots of different physics classes. This got me excited about helping others learn physics and math, and helping them realize their full potential in traditionally difficult subjects. In addition to some research in computational physics, I've also been a TA for various programming classes and enjoy helping students hone their coding skills.
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...the communities within which I lived. I was fortunate to attend St. John's College in Santa Fe, NM, where I was drenched in the wealth of the Great Books and their many disciplines. A classroom teacher from 2002 to 2008, I enjoyed the dramatic atmosphere but steadily tutored, for I loved the ways in which I could get to know and bond with clients. Since 2009 I have worked freelance and now I look forward...
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...and how it applies to nature is the reason I decided to pursue my education in Astrophysics and Mathematics. I love the sky and the Universe it reflects. Especially growing up in New Mexico, where our sky is one of the most beautiful in the world. It is what sparked my interest in Astronomy and Physics. Physics is just the mathematical breakdown of the laws of the universe, from subatomic particles to entire galaxies. If...
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...with a degree in Physics and I'm currently pursuing another Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from City College of New York. I love tutoring sciences and math up to the college level, and any other subject through the high school level! I have experience working with all ages up through college, and have worked as a private tutor as well as an adjunct instructor at New York University. I look forward to working with you!
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...and Minored in Math. I have a passion for learning and helping others learn too! I think knowledge is the most amazing thing and being able to share it is my passion! Whether you're just curious about space or want to deep dive into the exciting world of extremophiles, I'm here to be your guide. I tutor everyone from the youngest students who are just starting their academic journey to High schoolers preparing for university....
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...was a high school physics, math, and general science teacher in Seattle Public Schools for 15 years. So I've been teaching math and science content and pedagogy for almost 30 years. And before all of that I was an electronics test engineer in the Seattle area for 15 years. Over that time I earned a master's degree in physics from the University of Washington and a Ph.D. in education (physics), also from UW (my BA...
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...I am in a position to offer others an insight into these subjects that I wasn't given. I've found that one of the best ways to introduce students to a new subject or idea is through motivating examples or real world problems. I prefer not to give students the answer, but gently lead them to it, so that in the end they gain some satisfaction in reaching the answer by their own critical thinking.
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...have applied those skills and became a Teaching Assistant for grades K-12 in all manner of STEM topics from biology to aerospace engineering. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Physics and Astronomy. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy...
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...a solid understanding of math and physics, enabling me to explain complex concepts effectively to students. I have three years of experience tutoring at both San Jose City College and San Jose State University, where I have helped college students with math and physics, helping them with their homework assignments and offer explanations for challenging concepts in various subjects, including algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, and calculus, as well as general physics topics like mechanics, electromagnetism, waves,...
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...teaching high school students in Maths and Science, helping them grasp complex concepts with ease. My background in engineering equips me with a strong analytical and problem-solving skill set, which I bring to my teaching. Additionally, I have actively participated in various volunteer initiatives, demonstrating my commitment to making a positive impact in the community. I am dedicated to providing personalized and engaging tutoring sessions that foster academic growth and confidence in my students.
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My name is Tracy Lu. I am a recent college graduate. I received my bachelor's degree in Physics with a minor in Mathematics from PennWest Clarion University. I have recently got admitted into a PhD program in Physics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and I will start my graduate study in the Fall 2025 semester.
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...do not share my enthusiasm for physics, which is something I want to help change. I want to work directly with students to identify how they learn best, and breakdown the areas they struggle with most in class to more understandable pieces. Hopefully I can share my excitement for physics along the way. Besides math and physics, I also excelled at standardized testing in high school, and I hope to share my test taking strategies...
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...incredibly lucky to be in this position today. My favorite subjects to teach are math, physics, chemistry, and engineering because they involve everything I loved learning in school, and there is nothing quite like that "lightbulb" moment a student has with these subjects. I believe the most important thing a teacher can do with a student is connect with them. Learning and teaching are effortless when both people understand each other. I am passionate about...
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...image processing. Since working as a summer camp counselor, I have enjoyed teaching. This interest was expanded when, during my Master's degree, I worked as an Adjunct Instructor at NYU's Department of Physics teaching Labs and Recitations for both Major and Non-major physics courses. I am passionate about teaching and hope to pursue a career in teaching college physics and astronomy, classes I know a lot of people struggle. I can't teach my own college...
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...with the next generation. I earned my PhD in Physics with a dissertation in Astrophysics at New Mexcio Tech in 2023, and a BS in Physics with a Minor in Astronomy at Iowa State University. I primarily tutor physics and higher-level math courses because that is closest to my previous work as a teaching assistant at a university. I belive it is important to first meet students where they are at, and then with instruction...
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Astrophysicists tend to study the nature and properties of astronomical objects such as planets, galaxies, stars, black holes, and pulsars, making the subject both broad and central to our understanding of the universe. The field of astrophysics examines these bodies' emissions throughout the entire electromagnetic spectrum. The subject itself can be broken down into categories based on parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, such as radio astronomy, ultraviolet astronomy, and infrared astronomy. Astrophysicists are involved in cutting-edge research designed to investigate phenomena like dark matter, the cosmic microwave background, galaxy formation, and extrasolar planetary systems.
The roots of astrophysics began around the 17th century. Natural philosophers such as Galileo, Isaac Newton, and René Descartes concluded that earthly and celestial regions were comprised of similar materials and therefore were subject to the same natural laws. Their theory was difficult to prove at the time because the materials to prove their theory hadn't been invented yet. The research of the connection between astronomy and physics emerged about a century later. Joseph von Fraunhofer and William Hyde Wollaston discovered that many dark lines could be viewed in the solar spectrum when light decomposed from the sun. In 1860, physicist Gustav Kirchhoff found out the dark lines are the result of absorption by chemical elements in the solar atmosphere. This proved that the chemical elements in the stars and sun were also present on Earth.
There are many skills that an astrophysics student must possess in order to be successful. Students must be skilled at both science and mathematics, and they need to be able to observe, research, and apply astronomical knowledge in a laboratory environment. Observation includes ground-based and space-based platforms, and students must be comfortable with using a diverse array of telescopes that span the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Observational technology is also rapidly advancing, so students need to be adroit at adopting new equipment and techniques. In addition to research and observation skills, theoretical astrophysicists must possess a thorough understanding of mathematics. Calculus and linear algebra are essential to creating and interpreting theoretical models of the universe, and a mere cursory understanding of either area is insufficient for those who wish to pursue careers in astrophysics.
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Recent Astrophysics Tutoring Session Notes
Today we continued studying for the assessment test, focusing especially on the grammar and punctuation part of it. She is really rusty on her comma rules and semicolon usage, so we spent a lot of time really making sure those rules were drilled into her head.
We finished her packet over ecology. We went over the predator vs prey relationship. When we finished with that we started on her assessment test review packet for math, got one page done, and started on the next. She is doing very well with both subjects!
Today we covered evolution in chapter 17. We discussed topics he was having trouble with, such as types of selection, and reviewed graphs together. He seemed to have a good understanding of material towards the end of the session.
The student needed help to cover various ecology topics, including adaptive radiation, coevolution, convergent evolution, theories on speciation, genetic drift, mutation, and the definition of evolution as a change in allele frequencies.
The student and I reviewed in advance of a quiz that she has tomorrow. We went through the digestive system and what happens after you eat a meal. We also reviewed the skeletal and muscular systems that we did last week.
Reviewed osmoregulation and the renal system. Discussed hormonal regulation (Aldosterone and ADH) and drew/discussed a diagram of the nephron which I believe was helpful to consolidate all of the information.
