Hello, my name is Matthew Wagy. I currently am a senior at UCF getting my Biology degree. I am on my way to attending med school and just took the MCAT for the first time. I have prior experience tutoring student-athletes in subjects ranging from biochemistry and organic chemistry to macroeconomics and genetics.
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...Secondary General Science. I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Biology and Marine Science in May 2021. I consider my teaching philosophy as one that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and imagination. One student's way of doing something may not be the same as another's, but that doesn't mean that it is wrong. My tutoring style is inquiry-based. Working off the students' questions helps me understand what needs to be covered, where to start, and their...
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...veterinary medicine. Since my hospital is a teaching hospital I had many opportunities to help both veterinarian interns and veterinary technician students learn as we helped care for our patients. I have a passion for biology and the life sciences. I enjoy showing students how to look at their studies in a new way, helping them make more sense of what they are learning. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, dancing, playing with my...
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...I recognize the significant role a teacher plays in fostering a child's interest in a subject, and I aspire to be that inspiring figure for you/your child. I believe that while it may be easy to teach already brilliant students, a truly great teacher is defined by their ability to help struggling students succeed. I am committed to guiding students through their learning journey, supporting them every step of the way. I would love to...
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...the University of Maryland. Since then have been working various seasonal science research and communications jobs. I am passionate about ecology and evolutionary biology, and am planning on going to graduate soon to pursue a master's degree in marine biology at James Cook University. I have experience as a teaching assistant at the University of Maryland, helping with an introductory ecology course. Now, I can tutor a variety of chemistry and biology topics. I believe...
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...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 also a source of support and an avenue to...
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...California, and am in the process of being approved for a Maryland state teaching credential. I have three years of experience teaching full time at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California. While at Mater Dei, I taught Biology for three years and Marine Biology for two. During that time, I assisted the science department in updating the Biology and Marine Biology curriculums. This included implementing a new textbook, increasing our focus on technology,...
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I'm a current medical student at Georgetown School of Medicine. I have over ten years of tutoring and teaching experience and am passionate about helping my students reach their potential and achieve their goals. I look forward to sharing my passion and working with your student!
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...during my time in Boy Scouts as I had the opportunity to teach younger scouts important skills as I earned the Eagle Scout Rank. After high school, I attended Saint Vincent College where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Certification in Biotechnology. In college, I was an Opportunity Program tutor for a high school student preparing for the AP Chemistry Exam. Regarding college students, I served as a note taker for...
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I have a passion for both marine and molecular biology and would love to help people struggling in these areas. I hope to share my knowledge and passion in a way that is easy to understand and that can help people succeed.
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...I thrive as an instructor by tailoring my learning approach or plan to each student's unique needs and interests. You may think of a subject as boring, difficult, or nonsensical, but learning is about staying open-minded, changing that perspective and trying a new one to get the bigger goal accomplished. My biggest goal is to help move my students forward and to encourage them to enjoy the process of how they got there. I have...
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Hi! I am a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a B.S. in Biology. I tutor in my free time to help students by creating thoughtful and exciting lessons that cater to my students as individuals. I am very motivated, hardworking, and dependable, and I get a real sense of purpose from helping my students to achieve the best possible grades. I strive to create that aha moment when the...
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...postdoctoral training at Washington University in Saint Louis. My ultimate goal of being an educator is to contribute to the development of successful adults that leave my classroom with the knowledge and critical thinking skills to face the challenges our society will expect of them. The reason why I teach is to inspire the future of our society to reach beyond what has been achieved before. How I teach is a process that requires constant...
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I am a graduate of Alfred University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biology and also played on the volleyball team. I am now finishing up my master's degree in Biological Oceanography at the Florida Institute of Technology. Since my early teens, I have always had a passion for teaching. In college, I had the opportunity to be a TA in Chemistry, and now at Florida Tech I am a Graduate Student Assistant...
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...they're looking to further hone their skills on a competitive level. I have found a passion for working with various types of people and seeing what works best with them. Through this job, I found that part of my teaching philosophy is having my students create a long-term goal(s) for themselves. That long-term goal allows me to view the steps needed to get to that point and create some short-term goals that will aid in...
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Biotechnology major at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. I am on the genetics/cell biology track, however, I have hands-on experience working with a multitude of biology and math subjects(Including a personal passion for algebra). I work marketing for WPI Admissions, and I am a tour guide. I have experience working with kids of all ages, and love sharing my knowledge. My goal is to create a fun and safe learning environment while still keeping it professional!
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...degree is in Biology, and currently I am pursuing a Masters degree in Integrative Medicine Research. Throughout the past 7 years of tutoring/teaching, students often compliment me for explaining concepts easier than their teachers. The best tutors are those who have a true passion for the subject and not someone who just have good grades (although I have both!). I want to help if you are confused, lost, or overwhelmed with all the information you...
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...an independent college prep school. I have over 6 years of experience preparing students for the IB assessments in these subjects, as well as assisting them as they develop their IAs. My students consistently score above the global average in both subjects (my average student performance is above 5), with several earning 7s overall. In addition to my work as a classroom teacher, I spent several years teaching marine science, environmental science, ecology, and biology...
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...former college athlete, I have done a lot of work with students from various communities in Rhode Island as well as with special needs children right here in Long Island. While I tutor a range of subjects, my main passion is science, especially those stemming from biology. In my experience, students respond best to a tutor who is understanding and can explain subjects in a way that clear and concise but also fun and enticing....
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Marine biology classes can be fascinating when you understand the material you are learning. They offer a great opportunity to learn about the oceans and all the life forms in them, including both plant and animal life. Additionally, with environmental concerns growing larger than ever and increasingly in the public eye, marine biology courses can help you more deeply understand the environmental topics you read about in the newspapers and online, such as oil spills, overfishing, and oceanic pollution, and truly understand how they affect the oceans and ocean life.
However, marine biology classes can be challenging for many students. Marine biology classes cover everything from small-scale, microscopic topics (e.g. the chemical makeup of seawater) to large-scale issues (e.g. the effect of human activity on marine biodiversity) and everything in between. If you are feeling apprehensive about your upcoming marine biology course or struggling to keep up in the class you are currently taking, a marine biology tutor can help you change your confusion into understanding and confidence. Varsity Tutors can connect you with marine biology tutors who have extensive subject knowledge and great teaching skills. The right tutor can help you finally begin to understand the topics you are struggling to learn in your classes.
A marine biology tutor can help you further understand marine ecosystems, marine organisms, waves and tides, coral reefs, intertidal communities, and any other topics you are struggling to understand.
Your tutoring sessions will be tailored to your needs from the moment you meet your tutor. He or she will first assess your learning style, then they will determine your current level of marine biology knowledge and locate areas of strength and weakness. They will also take your personality and personal interests into account when forming a plan to help you. Next, your tutor will design a customized learning plan for your tutoring sessions. If you are a visual learner, then your tutor can help you learn with sketches and drawings. If you learn best with interactive activities, then your tutor and you can play interactive games and even use models of the ocean and marine life to help you learn.
When you work with a tutor experienced in teaching marine biology, he or she may have a variety of learning activities on hand ready to use during your lessons. Your class textbook can also be used as a great study aid in your lessons to make sure you are learning exactly what you need to for your specific class. Then, once you are caught up to where you need to be, your tutor can help work ahead with you to get a head start on later lessons you will face in class.
If you are currently enrolled in a marine biology class and struggling, then your tutor can help you work quickly to get caught up in your class. If you are falling behind, then it is important to get caught up as quickly as possible. He or she can work with you to prepare for the next important test you are facing and later, for your final exam.
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Recent Marine Biology Tutoring Session Notes
The student thinks he did well on his test. We reviewed 2 chapters from the first semester to prepare him for his final at the end of the school year. The final is comprehensive.
We continued going over biotechnologies today. We started off by reviewing microarrays and DNA recombination, which the student seemed to understand a little bit better than last session. We then started covering how biotechnology is used in forensics. We went over single nucleotide polymorphisms, short tandem repeats and restriction fragment length polymorphisms. She struggled initially with these concepts, but understood much better when I made her start saying the full name of these, instead of using the abbreviates (i.e. STRs, RFLPs, and SNPs). She also understood how to apply these different studies to forensics. I made sure to correlate that these concepts are dependent on the use of restrictions enzymes, which we went over in the previous session. I believe that helped in bringing these together for her. Overall, she did not struggle with anything significantly, and she is doing a good job mastering this material.
The student and I spent the first hour working on Geometry questions, and he has a strong understanding of the material. For the second hour, we went over biology concepts for his assessment test, and he has a strong understanding of that as well. He received a 94 on his most recent math exam.
The student and I began studying for his evolution test this week. We reviewed terminology, history and practical implications. We also practiced taking notes and made a plan to be efficient learners in class. He did a great job!!
The student completed 2 worksheets on ecology, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration. He got a 98 on our last worksheet we worked on. After completing the worksheets, we did a general review over mitosis, meiosis, genetics, protein synthesis, and macromolecules.
We covered lecture 8 and 9 from his class. We discussed photosynthesis, PS1 and PS11, Calvin Cycle, C4 plants, CAM plants, and stomata function. Left the student with summary review and practice questions.
