Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...gone through the struggle that is the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). Originally, I received a 27 on the old MCAT (60th percentile) and after studying on my own for 9 months, I was able to re-take the exam and score a 517 on the new MCAT (96th percentile). I know what it takes to do well on the exam, and I am confident that I can help many other students face this hurdle to...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...am also very experienced at tutoring for high school or college level chemistry or biology courses. Having self-taught for the MCAT, I learned many mnemonics that I believe will greatly help my students. I believe a strong foundation in STEM courses promotes one's ability to problem solve and think critically throughout life, and I am eager to share the tips/tricks I have learned along the way, with new people. In my spare time I love...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Emory University in May 2012 with a B.S. in Chemistry. My current work in air pollution research utilizes the various concepts in Math and Science that I love to teach and learn. I am currently applying to medical schools and helping other students meet their academic goals by tutoring for the MCAT and other Pre-med courses. I have found that trying to study something that you're not interested in can sometimes be an act of...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...educator with a Bachelor's in Neuroscience and Chinese from the College of William and Mary, I have over 2 years of teaching experience across a range of subjects, including Biochemistry, College Application Essays, and Organic Chemistry. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to explore complex concepts. I believe that connecting with students on a personal level is essential for their academic success, and I strive...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...explain mitosis/meiosis in biology). Also, especially for tests like the MCAT, I can talk about the actual test – what to expect on test day, any preparations to make going into the test, what to do the day before the test. I am a huge sports fan, and in my spare time, I love watching and playing sports (I played football in high school and currently play roller hockey). I am a huge fan of...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Boston University in 2020 and am currently a second year medical student at Boston University School of Medicine. I tutor MCAT Biology and Biochemistry. These were some of my favorite subjects in undergrad. Additionally, I am very passionate about helping out premed students (I was in your position once!). I like to create a comfortable environment for students, so that they feel able to ask questions at any time while I present my Powerpoint.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...medicine. Teaching has been a passion of mine for nearly a decade. I have tutored at the high school, college, and medical school level in many math and science subjects and for the SAT, MCAT, and USMLE. I have tutored one on one and in classes of up to 40 people. The greatest joy in teaching for me is watching a student succeed at their goal whether it is getting a good grade in class...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...as well. I have an extensive background in mathematics from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, and calculus from the elementary up to college-level difficulty and I make it my goal to help students understand what sometimes does feel like another language of numbers. Throughout my entire life I have always been passionate about science. It is what eventually led me into pursuing a Biochemistry degree in college and ultimately the field of medicine. I have always...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...blogger, and reader, I am an undergraduate student currently on the path to majoring in Chemistry and minoring in Biology and Public Health! I look forward to applying my extensive tutoring background in empowering others to realize their academic goals. I have tutored students for competitive exams, such as the MCAT, SAT/ACT, computer science topics such as JAVA and web development, math areas such as calculus, and key science courses such as biology and chemistry....
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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4th year medical student, future surgeon, Bachelor's in General Biology. Everyone has different learning preferences; my job is to guide my students to discover their optimal educational environment.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...in my opinion - is one that develops a sensitivity to the joy that comes with learning. That joy - much the same in the processes that bring joy of games - is to be found everywhere in the nature of the human brain; a living computer; a vast of potential of weighted logic gates which give rise to the substance of what we call learning when we - by our activities - so organize...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I tutored as a part of UC Berkeleys tutoring department for over 3 years. I am experienced in teaching science courses, specializing in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Bio/Biochem, and Physics. Scientific concepts are much more than rote memorization; you will encounter these concepts again and again down your STEM academic careers! That is why I aim to break these concepts down in tailored fashion for students to maximize personal understanding and retention.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...University School of Osteopathic Medicine. She has been actively involved with No More Tears and Domestic Violence educational projects through her Fields Experience in the service of Public Health from NOVA, and is pursuing her training alongside in conflict analysis and resolution skills for her doctorate in (PHD) in the school of humanities. Denisha completed her undergraduate studies as Magna Cum Laude from a highly prestigious and private university of Nobel Laureates (as Albert Michelson...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...become a physician, I would have strongly considered becoming a teacher. Teaching is one of the most enjoyable activities I do, and I have taught in some capacity every year for the past ten years. I have taught subjects ranging from English to algebra, from physics to dance, and have taught students ranging in age from toddlers to adults. I have also provided advice on application essays, resumes, and interview strategies for Harvard College students...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...educator with a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University, I bring over three years of tutoring and teaching experience across the elementary, high school, and undergraduate levels. In college, I led my university's tutoring department while specializing in subjects like physiology and organic chemistry. I believe effective tutoring starts with understanding each student's individual learning style. My teaching philosophy is rooted in adaptability, encouragement, and helping students develop the tools they need...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...tutor from elementary to high school levels. In addition to teaching, I have personal experience with the ACT, SAT, AP, IB, and MCAT exams. I would like to now use my teaching experience to help local students in the subjects I encountered during my undergraduate career. I love teaching and work to make learning as easy as possible by employing games, shortcuts, and gradual build-up so that my students can improve to their desired performance...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...can begin to understand how and why the natural world works. The sciences are what propel our civilization forward and hold the keys to our future. It is a genuine pleasure to be able to share my enthusiasm on these subjects with new students and hopefully make the daunting world of natural sciences more approachable. Outside of work and teaching, I enjoy building computers, SCUBA diving, playing the blues, and testing out new recipes in...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...as a tutor is creativity. That being said, certain attributes are staples of teaching: communication, repetition, and consistency. Within that realm, often being able to express an idea in multiple ways is the trick for understanding. I think I'm good at breaking things down to a rudimentary level and rephrasing when needed. Also, having experienced learning difficulties as a child (which were long ago rectified) forced me to become very skilled at developing personalized learning...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...about the opportunity to become a tutor because I am passionate about helping others learn and grow. I believe that education is not just about understanding material but also about building confidence and developing problem-solving skills. I enjoy working with students to break down complex concepts into manageable pieces, helping them to approach learning with a sense of curiosity and purpose. I am dedicated to creating a positive and encouraging learning environment where students feel...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Washington University in St. Louis in 2017 and am currently applying to medical school this cycle. As someone who has increased their official MCAT score by 17 points (502 to 519), I know the common pitfalls that students fall into when studying for the exam. I aim to use my experience increasing my MCAT score to help others do the same. As a tutor with years of teaching experience both in high school and college,...
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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.
