Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...to help us heal when we are injured. Everyday scientists learn something new about the body which is why I love physiology. In addition, I reviewed for the MCAT by myself with my own exceptional strategies and so I am very comfortable helping students with every section of the test. When I tutor, I tailor my teaching style so that I can pinpoint the exact misunderstanding my student has with the concepts/material they are trying...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...levels, ages, and learning disorders/setbacks. **Furthemore I was diagnosed with ADHD at a very young age. Therefore I have struggled with and learned how to adapt to this disorder in terms of my academics. I understand pretty much all the additional difficulties that come with sitting down and learning in a classroom. I feel there is no one better to help a student struggling with this as well as just relate to and understand their...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I'm a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University. I received my B.S. in Biological Sciences with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. Personally, I like tutoring STEM subjects such as math, biology, and chemistry the most. I love seeing my students gain confidence in their subject areas and grow over time. Outside of academia, I enjoy cooking, exercising, reading, and spending time with my dog.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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Just graduated from the University of Arkansas with my B.S. in kinesiology and a minor in spanish. I am now attending medical school at KUMC. I enjoy exercise, current events/following the news, investing, spending time outdoors, and going out with friends
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...is individualized and student-oriented: I will tailor lectures to your specific learning methods. I'm a very visual learner myself, so I like to use images, real-world examples, and animations to ensure that you will truly UNDERSTAND the rationale for each step of the problem-solving method. MCAT sessions will emphasize practice with real AAMC passages as well as reviewing concepts. I will teach you tips, tricks, strategies, and patterns to watch out for that I have...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...of Medicine. I am excited to tutor a broad range of topics, but I am most excited about Biology, Pathology, Anatomy, and Physiology. I also really enjoyed prepping for the SAT and the MCAT and learned some tips and tricks along the way that I love to share with students. I have always had a love of teaching. My first job as a teenager was as a dance teacher, and in college, I moved on...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...and worked as a Research Assistant in a Cardiovascular Physiology laboratory. I will enter medical school in the Fall of 2015. While I tutor a broad range of science courses, I most enjoy teaching Human Physiology, Biology, and Organic Chemistry. By employing a targeted approach and an open dialogue to these typically challenging subjects, learning this material can become a manageable and rewarding process. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, exploring, and running.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Arabic , and Latin . I have an amazing experience teaching medical subjects and sciences in French and in English . I have experience teaching young kids French , Academic Reading and Conversational French . I help students Build Strong Skills in Reading , develop a confidence in Grammar, orthography, Vocabulary and Conjugation. Working with children is very rewarding. I work in clinical research on weekdays and I work as a French teacher on the...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...cool science can be. I believe that once you understand the concepts and how they fit into the larger framework, it makes memorizing a lot easier and it gives you the command of the material that enables you to do well on any exam. When I am not doing research or thinking about the brain, I love to play jazz, soul, and RandB in the New England area. I also play tennis and soccer on...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...do in their extracurricular time, in interviews, etc. These problems cannot be avoided by just being intelligent. Even doing research in these areas can be daunting, as the internet, full of useful information as it is, provides both wise and foolish advice to young students. Navigating this resource requires experience and professional acumen, and it is not an inborn trait. I have worked with the entire spectrum of students; those looking to get into an...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...biology and chemistry. Currently, I tutor in MCAT preparation for all three sections. I enjoy teaching all subjects, but I am most passionate about topics relating to biology, chemistry, and biochemistry. As a tutor, I focus on making the material approachable and relatable for students--after all, I believe that the most important takeaway from any tutoring session is the desire to learn more! Balance is an important part of life and, for that reason, neuroscience,...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...fraternity, Alpha Delta Phi. I am passionate about teaching and education because it grants me the opportunity to use translational science and biology to not only educate my students, but to also be educated by them through all of their unique perspectives and stories. My collaborative teaching approach involves tailoring my teaching methods to meet the individual needs of students by first listening, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, and working together to achieve...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...medical school. I am very passionate about STEM promotion, and I have been promoting the STEM fields to children in my community by teaching Rubik's cube classes for the past several years. I am especially looking forward to tutoring the Chemistry/Physics, Biology/Biochemistry, and Psychology/Sociology sections of the MCAT as well as the ACT. I remember how anxious I was in preparing for these standardized tests and I'd love to have the opportunity to help other...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I am from Chicago Illinois. Currently a first year medical student at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. I started to tutor from my sophomore year of college and I love it! I find it beautiful how the student and I both grow from learning. Learning should be a fun and interactive experience. I hope to help all those who seek it in the most interactive way :) Let's get started and crush this!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...to 170 students in a single semester. After graduation, my goal is to attend medical and law school under a combined MDJD program and someday open my own clinical practice. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY As an educator, the best subjects to teach are those students can relate to the most. Connecting theory and application helps students enjoy learning, thus improving material retention. Learning burdens many students, but I strive to make learning engaging and enjoyable. The more...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...University of Virginia, with two bachelor degrees in Neuroscience and Math, along with a minor in Chemistry. I am extremely passionate about science research and worked as a bioinformatician/data analyst at UVA's Center for Brain, Immunology, and Glia. During my four years, I have successfully applied for 3 research grants and 1 scholarship independently. I have published 1 paper in Nature and recently submitted another. I hope to become a medical scientist (MD/PhD) involved in...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...also pass on to my students. I believe in helping the student in other aspects of life other than just academics. If a student is interested in any goal, I believe I can teach them the necessary strategies and mindset to achieve what they want. I graduated with honors from Case Western Reserve University with a bachelors in Physics and minor in Chemistry. I am now a medical student in Boston and hope to not...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...educational goals. Teaching and mentorship were essential parts of my undergraduate experience, as I served as a Rice neuroscience outreach mentor, Peer Academic Advisor, and EMS Education Lieutenant. I am most passionate about tutoring students in biology, physics, and chemistry because these are the subjects I enjoy most, but I am happy to tutor just about anything STEM-related or essay-related. I strongly believe that every student has the potential to understand challenging concepts, and my...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Medicine in the fall. Throughout high school and college, I have fallen in love with tutoring and seeing so many new faces in the process. I especially love to tutor in math, chemistry, MCAT, and chemical engineering topics, and have experience tutoring students of all ages - from elementary school to fellow college students. When I am not tutoring or in school, I am an avid lifter and love to bake with friends!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I have Bachelor's degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry with a minor in Math. I have a high MCAT score, although I have since decided not to pursue a medical education and am currently applying to graduate programs. I love teaching all types of math and science and I especially love helping people do good on those pesky standardized tests.
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The Physical Sciences section of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) involves questions covering general chemistry and general physics. With such a broad range of topics, it is important for you to have a comprehensive prep process that hits each and every concept. Furthermore, spending significant amounts of time with practice questions and exams can help develop your problem-solving and critical reasoning skills, which are crucial for success on this section of the exam. The available MCAT Physical Sciences instructors have all scored highly on this portion of the test, and they are motivated and passionate about helping you master the material relevant to this section. There's no reason to go it alone when preparing, as there are skilled professionals who can show you the way without any guesswork at all.
Varsity Tutors can connect you with the best MCAT Physical Sciences tutors, who are available to go over practice questions and exams, to work through notes or MCAT prep books, to discuss overall study strategies and testing techniques for this portion, and to spend extra time on particular subjects you may be struggling with. With MCAT Physical Sciences tutoring, you can also receive help understanding all the major relevant topics in general chemistry, including periodic trends, intermolecular forces, oxidation-reduction chemistry, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, nuclear chemistry, reaction kinetics and equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, and electrochemistry. Additionally, tutors are available to review and discuss general physics topics. Instructors have helped students gain confidence in linear motion and free-fall, forces, momentum, work, energy, harmonics, wave characteristics, electrostatics, magnetism, quantum principles, circuit elements, and optics. Aside from reviewing content, tutors are also dedicated to continuously developing your problem-solving skills and ensuring that you understand questions answered incorrectly on practice exams and question sets.
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Adequately preparing for the MCAT Physical Sciences section requires studying the course content and practicing with the test format. This section includes 52 questions, and you have 70 minutes to complete the entire set. Many questions are based on passages, and there are also several stand-alone questions that call on your existing knowledge, rather than a series of background details. Your final score is based on how many questions you get right; it is possible to skip questions or guess the answers, but sufficient practice and preparation should enable you to answer the problems confidently. Your MCAT Physical Sciences tutor will also discuss the formulas and equations you'll need to memorize, plus the material related to reaction chemistry, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and more. Although a periodic table of elements is provided during the exam, you should be familiar with the common elements and their basic properties.
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Recent MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutoring Session Notes
Reviewed concepts in physics and chemistry. Reviewed concepts of kinematics including vectors and equations for linear motion. Completed high yield problems in linear motion. Reviewed practice problems on bonding and chemical interactions
The student and I discussed physics problems including torque, equilibrium, force vectors, electricity, and magnetism. The student made some minor errors due to misreading, miscalculating, or not understanding the questions properly.
We briefly discussed the test as a whole, then switched focus to physics. We started with kinematics, covering scalars/vectors, motion, falling bodies, and projectiles.
Per the schedule that the student and I worked out she is working on physical sciences until next Thursday. We spent this session answering some questions that she had about torque and center of gravity. After covering those topics we spent the last hour of the session working through verbal passages.
Today we went through the physical sciences section of a practice MCAT that the student took last week. We went through how hydrogen bonding affects melting point and properties of waves. Her verbal reasoning and biological sciences scores were up on this test so I'm really excited!
The student and I reviewed acids and bases (general chemistry) as well as periodic motion (physics). We went over a number of concepts and formulas, and then practiced applying these topics to discreet questions and some passage-based questions. Although I'd initially planned to cover sound today too, it seemed like we'd already covered more than enough content for one afternoon. Since both of these topics are topics that the student didn't feel confident in, I assigned two topical tests and a number of exam questions for her to practice on throughout the next week.
