...believe that learning is what makes life fun. It is my goal to help you learn while having fun. I've been teaching for 20 years and have my PhD in Molecular Biosciences, but my teaching and tutoring experience ranges from Writing to Chemistry and all sorts of Biology. I love to teach and tutor! My favorite thing is to explain difficult concepts in simple and straight-forward ways. I am a very interactive tutor, and I...
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My name is Matthew Akalusi. I have Teaching and Research experience covering Forestry, Plant Physiology, Ecology and Genetics. I have a PhD in Forestry, a Masters Degree in Cytogentics and Plant Breeding, and a Bachelor of Agriculture Degree in Forestry. I have teaching experience from the University of New Brunswick and the University of Ottawa spanning 2015 to 2024
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...like helping students from all levels understand their subjects and learn about science and math. I tutor in Chemistry I and II, Biology, and some k-12 ELA, some math for both online schools and 1-1 regular school students. I have a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Chemistry Minor, and a Master of Science in Plant and Soil Science. I also have 2 publications of my Master's Thesis in The Journal of Agriculture and...
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...Physiology, and Microbiology for the past 12 years. My background also centers in health and wellness and includes 12 years of experience as a worksite wellness consultant. I was also a professional fitness competitor (IFBB) from 1999 2014. I have followed a non-traditional, winding path in my college career and understand challenges. I am here to support you in your journey and help with learning challenging concepts such as genetics, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, general chemistry and...
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...botany. I am pursuing graduate school here at the University of New Mexico to study arid land botany and mycology, and am hoping to begin work towards my Master's degree this Fall. I absolutely love science, particularly biology and chemistry. My favorite subject to tutor is biology, and can assist with a variety of disciplines across this diverse field, from cell and molecular biology and genetics to evolutionary biology, ecology, and microbiology. While I thoroughly...
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...enjoy truly leveling with my students, guiding them step by step through the complex web of biology concepts until everything clicks together. As a researcher as well, I use models, figures, and concept mapping to clarify challenging ideas. My specialty is Plant Sciences, Development, and Genetics, and I performed laboratory research at UofSC for 5 years exploring the molecular pathways that control plant aging and leaf morphology. Here, I mastered cell/molecular and genetic techniques, mentored...
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...graduated in 2012 from Kent State University with a Master's degree in Biological Sciences. Prior to that, I received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Mount Union where I minored in Adolescent/Young Adult Education. I am passionate about science, enjoy learning and helping simplify complex topics for others. I've taught for 15 years, grades 7-12, with 13 years experience with High School subjects ranging from Biology to Anatomy and Physiology, as...
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I care about people being able to think critically, prioritize and evaluate digital and print resources. In one generation, we've gone from not enough information to data overload with masked biases. I hold a bachelor's in botany and a doctorate from the University of Florida.
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...in a range of biology subjects, including AP Biology, Microbiology, and Human Physiology. My teaching philosophy emphasizes creating an engaging and supportive learning environment where students can thrive. I utilize visual aids, interactive discussions, and real-world applications to make complex concepts accessible. My background as a medical student in Iran enriches my understanding of biological principles, allowing me to demystify challenging topics for my students. I take immense pride in helping students achieve their academic...
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...believe that knowledge is the foundation upon which everyone can stand. Pursuit of knowledge is the greatest duty we have. Understanding that, knowing the areas that we lack can bring us our greatest fortune, and therefore self reflection is a tool we must use. When I tutor I focus on the concepts and ideas that the student feels uncomfortable with, because that is where the most growth can occur. Practice makes us better, and guidance...
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...in the subject. I recognize the grave importance of instilling scientific knowledge in our future generations, so it is my goal to help students overcome any struggles or intimidation of the subject. I aim to do this by encouraging the same interest and curiosity in the subject that has lead me to pursue a career in biology. I believe that the key to conquering all things science is to be curious about the world around...
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...have done Masters of Science (Botany ) and Bachelors of Education. I am a dedicated and passionate Female Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) Tutor specializing in * JK to Gr 6 MATHS & ENGLISH * Gr 1 to Gr10 - SCIENCE * Gr 11 & 12 - BIOLOGY I have a strong commitment to creating engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments. High quality tutoring for kids Let's Ace the learning together! I find interests in gardening,...
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...macro scale of life science interests me like no other subject, however I have a strong background in all aspects of Biology and Environmental Studies. For many years I struggled to learn using traditional methods, however, with guidance, and hard work, I was able to attain degrees in what I am most passionate about. I wish to share this experience with other young minds. Encouraging others to explore different learning styles, and fostering love for...
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...a large high school, and in the past I have coached Women's Rugby and Swimming. In my spare time I am an obsessive dog mom and I spend a lot of time caring for our classroom pet rabbit named Kevin. I love kayaking and paddle boarding. I was a college swimmer and rugby player and I still swim to stay fit early EARLY in the morning. I love to travel and before COVID I would...
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...am a recent Ph. D graduate from Iowa State. While at Iowa State, I was a teaching assistant for the class "Genetics, Biotechnology, and Agriculture" for a year. As a plant breeding major, in addition to extensive classes in genetics, I have experience in studying plant physiology, and gained experience in statistics both from classes and from analysis required in publishing journal manuscripts and my dissertation. The main statistics program I worked with is SAS.
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Plant biology is a very specialized field, covering a variety of nuanced material that can differ dramatically from the topics covered in traditional biology coursework. If you need help with plant biology tutoring, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a subject-matter expert who can explain both its detailed and broad concepts. Plants are significantly different from the types of organisms you might find in other fields of biology, with foreign processes for energy production, respiration, reproduction, and vascular transport. Are you frustrated by trying to distinguish monoecious from dioecious? Can't remember how double fertilization works, or which hormones are needed to maintain apical dominance? Plant biology tutoring can help you thoroughly comprehend these topics and more, while building study habits and retention techniques to carry your mastery forward into future coursework.
An experienced tutor can explain the role of specialized botanical systems and interactions within ecosystems. Plants form the basis of nearly every ecosystem, so understanding ecology can give you a huge advantage when studying plant biology. Energy flow, trophic levels, niche differentiation, and symbiotic relationships are just a few of the concepts that a tutor can help you distinguish. Even the esoteric field of plant identification falls within the scope of plant biology tutoring. Identification of common plants with showy flowers can be as simple as paging through a guide book. Identifying grasses, mosses, or less common plants requires a substantial amount of specialized terminology. Many of the words have roots in Latin or Greek, but their application to the particular structures of leaves, stems, or flowers can be highly problematic for an inexperienced student.
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During this session, the student and I continued our preparation for his exam. This time, however, our review was very comprehensive and encompassed all of the material that would be on the exam. Since we had already covered the functions of the pulmonary and cardiovascular systems, we spent a good chunk of our time discussing the important concepts related to the digestive system. Once these issues had been addressed, we did a comprehensive last review of all of the material. I am confident that he is well prepared and will do very well on his upcoming exam.
We reviewed the previous session's material. The student absorbs the material well and has successfully answered all of my questions about the last session's material. After this brief review, we went back to assessment study guide sheets.
During today's session, the student and I worked on getting him ready for his upcoming final in biology. In order to do this, we worked off a review sheet that his teacher prepared for the class. He had already answered many of the review sheet questions; however, we decided to go back through the review sheet in order to ensure he had retained the material. Overall, it was a productive and worthwhile session.
Student and I reviewed the algebra problems he completed for homework, and he finished the remaining problems. We also reviewed for his biology test on phylogenies. We defined the terms virus, peptidoglycan, chitin, and phylogeny. I quizzed him on the taxonomic classifications, the three domains, and the four eukaryota kingdoms.
We reviewed concepts in genetics, cell structure and function, and vaccines. We applied these concepts to different discussion problems and questions from the study guide in preparation for next weeks final exam
The student has a big test tomorrow on organ systems. Her test will cover the circulatory system and respiratory system. We traced the blood flow from the heart to the lungs and back and went through all the major arteries and veins involved in it. We then covered the flow of air through the body and how gas exchange occurs. We covered blood, white blood cells and all that is involved in the circulatory system. We also covered some antigen-antibody relationship and immune response. We touched on blood types and the factors involved in it as well. She felt a little overwhelmed with so much information and so much detail but by the end of the session she had a good grasp of the main ideas and almost all of the details. We will meet next week to start her last unit.
