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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...explain well enough. Through these struggles I learned how to study efficiently with more depth than just pure memorizing. I will teach you how to look at these different subjects from your own perspective that eventually will just be common sense. If you are taking Biochemistry by any chance, I can tell you tricks on how to memorize it in a way that will stay with you long after the class is over. I was...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...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, I am dedicated...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...students deeply understand material on a conceptual and practical level as I believe this is the most critical aspect of science comprehension. My educational philosophy is that any student can learn any topic given enough time with proper instruction. I graduated Magna Cum Laude in Biology and Chemistry, however, I had similar student struggles in high school. I look for new ways of explaining topics to students from all backgrounds. Additionally, I've performed academic research...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...undergraduate, I was employed as a tutor for the Tutoring Center where I tutored undergraduate and graduate students in General Chemistry I, General Chemistry II and Introductory Physics. Additionally, I was an active volunteer of the West Philly Tutoring Project and travelled to a nearby middle school to tutor adolescents struggling with Geometry and Statistics. I am certified to tutor Elementary Math, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics and all subjects of the MCAT....
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Biology. I am very active and love to take advantage of this amazing city with my friends. My favorite courses in college were neuroendocrinology and psychology. What I've learned in med school about the process of learning is that one needs to approach the material in a way that makes the most sense for that individual. Whether it's visual, auditory, or kinesthetic, there's a "best way" for each student. I will work with you in...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...students. Once a subject is truly understood, tests will be easy, and great grades will follow. With this mindset, I have become talented at understanding where a student's problems with subject matter lie, mainly because I have probably experienced the same issues when I started learning these subjects. Now, I feel confident in passing on my knowledge to other people, and I feel that my last seven years of teaching demonstrate my ability to do...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...in May of 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. After graduation, I worked as a Medical Assistant at an urgent care. Now, I am earning my Masters in the same subject at University of North Texas Health Science Center. I love science, so I tutor pretty much all subjects within it! I have experience tutoring students for about a month, and I absolutely love it. I love to see a connection form...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...improve beyond learning content alone. Not only do I have valuable knowledge, but I can also effectively teach what I know to others. I have extensive teaching experience as a teaching assistant, tutor, and as an MCAT prep instructor. I also taught a human cadaver dissection lab. I have worked in the medical profession as an ED medical scribe. I know what is valued in the medical world, and plan on conveying this to my...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...DNA replication, cell division, glycolysis and transport across the plasma membrane. Most of my classmates asked for my help through an online platform called StudyRoom. Through StudyRoom, people would post biology concepts that they did not understand and problems that they were stuck with. Using my own drawings, and short animations and videos available through our textbook and related websites, I was able to break down complex (and sometimes confusing!) biology concepts into bite-size chunks....
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...to channel your own individual voice, and I aim to guide students in developing their ideas naturally without adhering to strict templates. I have also recently taken the MCAT, and clearly remember the dedication and endurance it took to prepare for this daunting exam. I hope to use my own recent experience to help other students learn the tricks of standardized testing as well as how to maximize their study plans in order to reach...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I strive to facilitate understanding in different subjects through the use of figures and drawings. I believe that these tactics are the best way to contribute to depth of knowledge on a particular subject. I'm excited to get to know you!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I am currently a fourth-year medical school at Harvard Medical School and will be applying into Internal Medicine for residency. I studied at Brown University for my undergraduate degree, majoring in Neuroscience. My clinical and research interests are focused on the field of Rheumatology, and I have a strong interest in medical education. I will be looking forward to helping you achieve your academic goals!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...I studied Molecular and Human Biology. Performing research, assisting classes, and organizing seminars during graduate school inspired me to pursue a temporary job as an adjunct professor upon returning to the U.S. Teaching here in New York City has better enhanced my pedagogical skills and has taught me a great deal about the differences between group learning scenarios and one-on-one tutoring sessions. I am ever committed to better enhancing your understanding of the biological and...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Biochemistry and Russian Language & Literature, I have moved to St. Petersburg, Russia, to complete a Fulbright Research Fellowship. In 2021, I will return to the University of Michigan to begin my MD/PhD training. My specialties include helping clients improve their Russian and Chinese, work on comprehensive strategies and material breakdown for the MCAT, as well as develop greater understanding of the sciences. As attentive mentorship is the cornerstone of academic progress, I endeavor to...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...tutor profile! I'm a 3rd year MD student pursuing specialization in Neurology and Psychiatry. Our work together can include evidence-based study techniques, test taking techniques, habit formation, scheduling and study strategy, and a broadly biopsychosocial approach to a student's success. We can use the exam as the keystone and build with the fundamentals of learning, test taking, and wellbeing. I look forward to teaching subject matter and helping you approach your goals with a sense...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...and I believe in a patient and understanding approach. I have graduated Rutgers University majoring in Cell Biology and Neuroscience. I have a Masters in Biomedical Sciences, also from Rutgers University. I want to teach the MCATs because I want others to succeed and I don't want the MCATs to hold anyone back from achieving their dreams of becoming a doctor. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, watching movies, exercising, and having a fun...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...material through vibrant discussion as they set their goals and their pace; we can troubleshoot together to discover what learning methods work best (teach-back, kinetic, visual, mnemonics and songs, etc). I enjoy teaching math topics up through and including calculus, as well as science courses such as physics, biology, physiology, anatomy, pathology, pharmacology. I am fluent in French and English and have excellent literary analytical, writing and editing skills. I am also available to help...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...day, I just have experience tutoring. I know how it works and how to get results. Most times the student's actual problems aren't addressed and the interaction between student and tutor is very passive and does not garner results. I work with the student and ensure that all concepts are thoroughly ingrained before moving on to the next one. When I'm not enriching young minds, I enjoy performing stand up comedy. I also do a...
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MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutoring FAQ
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.
