Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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Hello, My name is Rebecca, but I prefer to go by "Becky." I am a recent graduate of Assumption College in Worcester, Massachusetts. Over the past 5 years, I have tutored over 1,000 students in about 40 subject areas! I look forward to hearing from you!
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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I'm a software developer. My undergraduate subject was philosophy. My favorite thing in the world is to explain something to someone and see that little lightbulb come on above their head, because they get it.
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...his students is central to his style of tutoring, as he focuses on improving existing understanding and skills rather than just lecturing about all and sundry. This requires that the students themselves are actively engaged participants. Matthew refuses to drone on or lecture where he believes discussion or questions on the students' part are far more effective for figuring out what weaknesses they have. These methods, he contends, are also more effective for shoring up...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...to take the most rigorous course her school has to offer, she puts 100% in every club and extracurricular activity she joins, she will not sleep until her work is done, but that does not mean she doesn't crack under all the stress sometimes. Magdanikka is loyal and trusting. If you need her she will not hesitate to be by your side, she will choose to forgive and give people a million chances, she will...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...career, which was a rigorous semester-long workshop to train tutors for working in a walk-in tutoring center. The course was intense in its focus on all of the idiosyncrasies of formal tutoring - we even practiced ESL tutoring with students from Aichi, Japan. I have also served as a tutor in my university's library for both English and Philosophy. For art, I worked as a Teaching Assistant for Acting I, where the chair of the...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...lab, working with isotopes in analyzing chemical levels in crop plants as well as research in fire ecology and native bird survivability. Briefly after college I worked for a state crime lab analyzing samples from performance animals, looking for illicit drugs using thin-layer chromatography. I left Florida to start a Masters Degree program at the University of Georgia, working with molecular biology techniques to attempt to identify the gene of interest in a cerebellar abiotrophy...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...subject matter to individuals' everyday lives. After I graduated with my Masters degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2014, I moved to New Mexico to pursue a career in environmental conservation. I currently work as a supervisor for an AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities for young adults to gain skills working in the field of conservation while also receiving training for personal and professional development. I aspire to become a ranger with the National Park...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...available to tutor a broad range of subjects, with a focus on writing skills (from essay writing to critical thinking) and college counseling. I also am available to tutor for several standardized tests including the SAT and ACT, on which I received a perfect score. I work well and have experience tutoring students of many age ranges and learning abilities. In my free time, I love running, baking, and performing and listening to early music.
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...in Arabic. I am currently a tutor for the following subjects: Elementary School Math/Reading/Writing/Homework Subjects, Middle School Math/English/Homework Subjects, High School Chemistry/Other Homework Subjects, International Baccalaureate Projects and IAs, IB Theory of Knowledge, IB Theatre, Spanish (pre-college levels), Arabic (pre-graduate school levels), English as a Second Language (ESL), African American Diaspora Studies, and Performing Arts Studies. I speak Spanish and can tutor in Spanish if needed. After college, I worked for three years at Cisco...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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I aspire equally to knowledge and goodness. I am committed to encouraging students and adults to respect, inspire, and learn. Education is a force multiplier and promotes a balance of intellectual curiosity, engagement, leadership, and service in the pursuit of excellence: academic, civic, and moral.
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...Studies in the past, and while in college I often helped other students with their writing. I tutor many different subjects and enjoy prepping for tests, especially the SAT, ACT, and GRE, but my personal passions are English and History. I particularly love helping students to craft strong (and grammatically sound) essays on any subject by working from a compelling thesis statement to a detailed outline to an excellent and convincing final paper. I'm a...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...pursuing a law degree in the coming years. I am passionate about Language, Literature, Writing, Speaking, and Communication. Reading and Writing have always been the most essential tools not only to my creativity, but also to my academic excellence at all levels of education. I want to encourage communication with my students to ensjre that our sessions are best tailored to your needs. I tutor a variety of topics in English Language and Literature, as...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...2013. As a high school student, I also earned the diploma from the International Baccalaureate Program. I am now a Florida-barred attorney with a passion for teaching. I had some amazing teachers when I went through school and was lucky to have them make learning an exciting experience for me. My goal is to make learning fun and to empower my students so that they are prepared and confident to tackle problems in subjects in...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...an undergrad, I enjoyed helping students learn a wide variety of concepts. I have been a tutor with Varsity Tutors since 2020 and am experienced in a wide variety of subjects, from the elementary school level all the way to the college level. My focus is on S.T.E.M., but I am also experienced with reading, writing, IB, AP, and honors classes outside of S.T.E.M. I look forward to working with your student and ensuring they...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in the Southport NC in the USA. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, History, and writing. I also am interested in Equine studies. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for standardized tests, we always seem to have the most fun with remarkable advancements prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...Silver Spring, Maryland. In high school I completed an International Baccalaureate diploma along with several AP classes. In my free time I love to draw, paint, and read. Currently I'm exploring environmental education through an internship with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. I'm a visual learner myself and am strong in the humanities and writing!If you have any questions or would like to get to know me better, don't hesitate to reach out! Additionally, if...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...Skype. I also have experience tutoring Spanish and the clarinet. I tutor many aspects of English including reading, writing, test prep, literature, grammar, and essay editing. I also tutor any level of Spanish, including test prep for SAT subject tests or Spanish Language AP tests. I also tutor Japanese, clarinet, and public speaking. My favorite subjects to tutor are any involving ESL or foreign language as I have a passion for language learning and teaching....
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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I'm currently a student at Millersville University. I tutor a wide range of subjects that include math, science, and business related courses.
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...in my chosen field. Growing up in a multicultural environment, I was exposed to a tapestry of perspectives, traditions, and ideas from an early age. This upbringing instilled in me a deep appreciation for diversity and a curiosity to explore different cultures, languages, and ways of thinking. It sparked my interest in international relations, prompting me to pursue opportunities to engage with global issues and contribute to positive change on a global scale. Academically, I...
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Certified IB Theory of Knowledge Tutor in San Jose, CA
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...New York City in the summer of 2018. I started teaching High School ELA (English Language Arts) in the fall of 2018. I teach Middle school and High School, including IB courses at an International School in Manhattan. I taught College Writing, College Literature, Creative Writing, Rhetoric and Stylistics, Writing from Sources, and Film as Literature. I am currently teaching grades 6-12 where my students are learning such diverse subjects as the Hero's Quest, Dystopian...
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Most classes are nicely delimited in their scope. English grammar focuses on the structure of the English language. Literature focuses on the works of great authors. Calculus is quite focused on the study of continuous functions along with the numerous specified topics of differentiation and integration. Even a somewhat open-ended subject like biology still has an intuitive unity given its study of life. However, what is one to make of a curriculum like that of an International Baccalaureate (IB) Theory of Knowledge course? Teaching the limits and interrelations of knowledge, this course is an exploration of the interdisciplinary nature of our intellectual life as humans. How can you possibly prepare for the IB papers that will examine your success in this course? Contact Varsity Tutors today to discuss your options through IB Theory of Knowledge tutoring.
Socrates was the gadfly of Athens, questioning all things and everyone in order to find wisdom and probe the limits of knowledge. Preparing for the IB Theory of Knowledge exam can be a lot like developing your own Socratic method toward learning in order to help you understand your own viewpoint, its limits, scope, and usefulness. In this pursuit of highly theoretical and complex intellectual discussion, even the most promising students often find themselves in need of a personal teacher to help separate the intricacies of this practical philosophy. Varsity Tutors can help you find your personal Socrates. That is, we can help you connect with the perfect instructor for your Theory of Knowledge course; one who can help you sharpen your thinking and prepare you to express yourself in a thoughtful paper on the day of the exam.
Students who participate in tutoring enjoy a variety of benefits, ranging from improved grades to developing better study habits. One of the biggest advantages of private instruction is its unique and individualized learning environment. Here, the classroom consists of just you. The instructor's attention, lessons, and activities are centered on you, which means the teaching process can be customized to your specific needs. As the sole recipient of the instruction, you aren't plagued by the distractions of everyday classrooms.
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With personalized IB Theory of Knowledge tutoring, you can develop the key reasoning skills and level of higher thinking that will be tested on exam day. These tutors are students of the humanities focusing on a wide variety of topics. They are able to tailor your tutoring to the specific curriculum being used in your IB Theory of Knowledge course. From philosophy students specializing in fourteenth-century metaphysics and logic to political scientists working on international rights theory, IB Theory of Knowledge tutoring can provide you with the perfect interlocutor for your test-day preparations. Whether you would like to work on the content that you have covered in class or would like to focus on improving your critical-thinking and expression skills, your tutor can help you develop the perfect program of studies to help you feel prepared and confident on examination day. Contact Varsity Tutors to discuss the offerings that are available in your area!
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Recent San Jose IB Theory of Knowledge Tutoring Session Notes
The first exam in the student's psychology class in on Thursday, so we began reviewing the notes and texts from the course so far. Today we went over the material from the beginning of the quarter, mostly concerning historical concepts of abnormal psychology, classification of mental disorders, and assessment of mental disorders. We began a comprehensive study sheet for the student to review and to add to on her own.
During today's session, we did a full review of concepts in psychology in anticipation of the student's upcoming test. We were able to cover a number of topics. First, we discussed eating disorders--anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and eating disorders not otherwise specified, amongst others. Next, we moved to personality disorders. In addition to discussing the myriad variations that occur amongst personality disorders, we also looked at the overall organization of personality disorders by clusters. Moreover, we looked at the new treatment of personality disorders. Finally, we looked at disorders of development. Overall, the session was highly productive.
Today the student and I had a long session. We were preparing for her final in Psychology by going over all of the PowerPoints from class and picking out the key information for her to know for the exam. We will meet at least once more to go over the exam essay question and review one last time.
Today we worked on the student's paper for personality psychology. We worked on the content as well as the structure of the paper. Throughout the session I saw improvement in his ability to tie the theory as well as examples together. He is going to review his paper later and send me revisions and corrections. From there we will determine if another tutoring session is necessary.
I read and discussed with the student a human rights related news story for this week about African immigrants trying to cross the Mediterranean Sea to Italy. He wrote about six bullet points of annotations. Then we continued discussing the reading questions and I reminded him to keep up with the reading and take notes as he goes.
The student and I reviewed his syllabus, went over the discussion board posts from his professor to make sure he is caught up on all of the content, and worked through the second half of Chapter 3 and the beginning of Chapter 4 in his textbook. We also looked at the requirements for his first paper to make a plan for how to best approach it.
