Hello all, my name is Alan Shoemaker, and I am a medical school applicant from Tucson, Arizona. I earned my bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from the University of Arizona and recently obtained my master's degree in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University. I am a firm believer...
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...of California, Los Angeles with a B.S. in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology. I began tutoring students as a freshman in college, adding to my portfolio of subjects as I progressed through the various classes that my major required. With the tutoring experience I have gained over these years, I have developed a very unique approach to simplifying scientific subjects for my students, helping to break down complex topics and make them more approachable, ultimately...
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...Gloucester County, Burlington County and Atlantic Cape Colleges and also Lincoln Technical institute in Moorestown, NJ. Several courses I taught were Chem I, Introductory Chem, Preparatory Chem, chemistry in Every Day Life and Chem 101. I have also instructed courses in Human biology, Anatomy & Physiology I & II also Earth science. At Lincoln Tech, I taught medical assistant students in Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, clinical skills and office management. I taught Chemistry at Princeton High...
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...at elementary, Middle and High school level. I came across the students from diverse ethnic background and culture. It was really a wonderful experience to interact with them. During this journey, I learned skills to communicate with them, listen their problem, try to figure out the ways to solve the key point of concern. I can teach range of subjects but I am very passionate about General and organic Chemistry and Biology. I try to...
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...foodie who loves to try new things. I also love to train animals in my spare time and I am constantly learning new skills and concepts. Last but not the least, I absolutely love teaching. It gives me a sense of purpose and makes me realize that I am making an impact on this world and the future generations ahead. My parents grew up in a third world country in which education was just pushed...
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A highly motivated and hardworking individual currently achieving a doctorate in physical therapy. Seeking to obtain employment for tutoring position in order to provide quality education and mentoring in the biological sciences. Eventual career goal is to become a doctorate level faculty at a physical therapy graduate school, teaching anatomy and molecular biology.... I believe that everyone learns differently, and therefore, a key fundamental in tutoring is first discovering what kind of learner one is teaching....
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...I strive to create a positive and engaging learning environment that fosters both academic and personal growth in my students. I am committed to meeting the diverse needs of my students by using creative teaching methods and encouraging active participation in the classroom. I take great pride in fostering a sense of curiosity and a love for learning by making lessons relatable, challenging, and fun. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed,...
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...Cole at Mercer in Macon, Georgia. He is MB(ASCP) certified, and has a Master of Science in biotechnology, I have 3 years of experience in Molecular laboratories as both a Molecular and Toxicology technician and a Medical Technologist I. I've used Roche Thermocyclers, HD-X Quanterix Analyzers, Cephied GeneXperts, Hamilton Liquid Handlers, Tecan Liquid Handlers, and several other instrumentation technologies. He is adept in music theory, jazz harmony, and performance. Aaron grew up playing instruments, but...
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...to hold leadership positions as well. I am currently a Graduate student enrolled in Masters of Nursing program, expected to graduate Spring 2026. I am passionate about Women's Health, and I aim to become a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner or midwife in my future. I tutor in a variety of subjects including math and sciences. I have been helping tutor since high school and also utilizing academic tutoring myself. I am excited to empower and...
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...is going on in their classes and lessons, so that they can experience what something better. These subjects can be great if you have someone willing to sit down, one-on-one, and really work with you to find that block or show you how to study. Sometimes, it's something as simple as having it explained in a simpler way. Simply learning how to wade through a professors jargon can do wonders for a student. In the...
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I have more than 20 years of experience tutoring both children and adults. I know what it's like to struggle academically, and that's precisely why I became a tutor. I'm a patient and compassionate teacher, and I do my best to adapt to the needs of every student I meet. I look forward to working with you and assisting you on your academic journey.
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I received my master's and Ph.D. in Applied science from the University of Arkansas. I have taught undergraduate and pharmacy students and am very passionate about science. I love teaching students and participating in their development process because I am always happy to help students and see their success. In my free time, I like to spend time with my family, walking, cooking, and watching TV.
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I have a masters degree in biological anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon. I am a middle school earth science and math teacher. I have taught students from preschool through university level. I enjoy encouraging students to be active participants in their learning and to think critically. I also have an extensive background in primatology and a passion for wildlife conservation.
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...and future. It fosters independent thinking, which will allow you to formulate answers to questions that may have more than one correct solution or no known solution. You will be actively engaged in your learning. You will interact intellectually with me during our tutoring sessions. We will build a safe and open learning environment that will allow your talents to flourish, provide you with a chance to demonstrate your own ideas, express your opinions, and...
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...college. I have worked as a research assistant in cancer research.currently finishing my master's degree in marine conservation! I enjoy teaching. I am very prepared to sessions and like to have topics/class materials sent a head of time so I can see where you are at in your curriculum. I have been tutoring remote for 3 years. I am very flexible in my teaching/tutoring style and base my teaching methods off the students needs.
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I have a Bachelors in Biology. I have been accepted into Medical School and will begin July 2022. I have a passion for Anatomy & Physiology, along with significant experience as I am heavily involved in dissection in the cadaver lab. I aim to study and learn on the basis of "why", things are happening, rather than just learning information to pass a test.
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...experience. My teaching approach is student-centered, focusing on individual learning styles and adapting lessons to meet each student's unique needs. Whether you're looking to improve your grades, deepen your understanding of a subject, or prepare for exams, I am here to guide you every step of the way. During our sessions, you can expect a collaborative and interactive experience. I use a variety of teaching methods, including real-world examples, hands-on activities, and technology, to make...
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...a Master's Degree from John's Hopkins, with a 4.0 GPA. I was also on Dean's List in Medical School and ranked as their top student (different university). My undergrad studies were at Boston University. I have tutored medical school student for a few years (minimum). All subjects (except for reproductive), but Neuro, Cardio, Renal, Pulmonary, MSK, and many other medical subjects I have tutored/taught. Please let me know if you have further questions.
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Cell biology involves studying cells and their life cycle, their structure, and their physiology. If you are having a challenging time keeping up with your coursework in the subject, a cell biology tutor can help. If you have been looking for "cell biology tutoring near me," contact Varsity Tutors today so that we can help you connect with a cell biology tutor.
Here are the major concepts that a cell biology tutor can cover:
Meiosis
Mitosis
Chemical and molecular environment
Growth and development
Cell biology typically focuses on eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells are typically covered in microbiology. The study of eukaryotic cells can be quite complex. As such, it can be helpful to have cell biology tutoring as a resource outside of learning in the classroom. One major advantage of working with a cell biology tutor is that they can spend as much time going over the subject material as students need to fully understand each topic. This often isn't available in a classroom setting because professors often have to move quickly in order to get through all of the material.
One of the most challenging topics when it comes to cell biology is the area of growth and development. Cell biology tutoring can assist with this complex topic. Whether students are trying to learn about cell division, DNA replication, or cell growth, a cell biology tutor can help them understand what is happening within the cell at each stage.
One of the challenges with studying cell biology is keeping students interested. It can be difficult for students to visualize and engage with cells because they are not readily visible. Students are often more interested in learning about animals or anatomy because they can easily observe these things. This is often not the case with cells. But learning about cells can be just as fascinating because life would not exist without them.
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Recent Cell Biology Tutoring Session Notes
We discussed the format of the student's class and how best to help her study. We also covered one of her upcoming chapters on the cell membrane. We decided that the best way to move forward would be for the student to read the chapters ahead of time and take note of any subjects, or any questions she has, and then we can cover them in each session. We have another session scheduled in 2 days to go over the chapters we did not cover yet.
In this tutoring session, we first went over the topic of enzyme kinetics and then we finished up by reviewing amino acids/entropy in preparation for the student's cell biology exam. Specific topics include competitive/non-competitive inhibition, protein structure, protein folding, Michaelis-Mentin equation, and ubiquitination. Since our first session, the student has made significant progress in memorizing the properties as well as letter codings for the 20 different amino acids, and she demonstrated a good understanding of how proteins fold to achieve stability.
Introduced ourselves and began working through extra questions for his Molecular biology class. We focused on carbohydrate biology and nomenclature, stereochemistry of simple sugars, and exponential bacterial growth.
This session mainly focused on distinguishing prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, specifically by identifying organelles. We also covered transcription and translation a little more in depth than we did other subjects. The session began with a quick overview of prokaryotic and eukaryotic characteristics but the latter portion was dedicated to helping the student with her assignment (10 questions regarding prokaryotic cells and 10 questions regarding eukaryotic cells).
No scores were seen, although I did notice she was able to deduce most of the answers by herself after the initial explanation of eukaryotic vs. prokaryotic characteristics.
I noticed the student mostly struggled with conceptualizing what organelles are and what their specific functions are within the cell, although I believe her assignment may have helped with that after illustrating the two kinds of cells.
Tonight we covered mitosis and cellular respiration of glycolysis and the citric acid cycle. We utilized the learning tools and diagrams to help understand the concepts she was learning. She received her second exam back and got a 60% without the curve; she got a 50% on the first exam. I suggested that she write out the cycles on a white board to practice since the cycles are so intricate.
Today we reviewed the types of bonds (polar and non-polar covalent bonds, ionic, hydrogen, Van der Waals forces) with the student. We also went over monomers and polymers, monosaccharides and carbohydrates. We ended with some homework on hydrocarbons/lipids, electrons/neutrons/protons, isotopes, valence shells.
