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Jessica

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2+ years

Jessica

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8th Grade AP Psychology
1st-12th Grade English
1st-12th Grade Geography
6th-12th Grade AP Statistics

I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great foundation in both math and science. I am passionate about helping students understand math and scien...

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College of Southern Nevada

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Raylynn

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2+ years

Raylynn

Master's/Graduate
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8th Grade AP Psychology
K-6th Grade English
1st-6th Grade Science
6th-8th Grade math

As a passionate educator pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University, I have over 4 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including College English, Creative Writing, science, Psychology. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning ...

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Dallas Baptist University

Master's/Graduate

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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jai

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9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

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Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

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Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

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Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jeffrey

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6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

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University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
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Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Rhea

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6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

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University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Earnest

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10+ years

Earnest

Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Earnest's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus

I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!

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University of Pennsylvania

Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Samuel

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6+ years

Samuel

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade Algebra
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...

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California Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

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SAT
1550

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Frequently Asked Questions

Units 3 (Sensation and Perception) and 7 (Motivation, Emotion, and Personality) tend to trip up younger students because they require connecting abstract psychological concepts to real-world experiences. Unit 8 (Clinical Psychology) is also difficult since it demands memorizing specific disorders, symptoms, and treatments—and distinguishing between similar conditions like generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. A tutor can break these units into manageable chunks and use concrete examples to make the theory stick.

The AP Psych exam gives you about 50 seconds per multiple-choice question and roughly 5 minutes per free-response question—not much time when you're juggling 100+ vocabulary terms and theories. Effective pacing means flagging questions where you're unsure and returning to them after completing easier ones, and for FRQs, spending the first minute outlining your response before writing. A tutor can help you practice timed drills on specific units and develop a personalized pacing strategy that matches your reading speed and recall style.

Rote memorization fails quickly in AP Psych because you need to apply concepts like classical conditioning, cognitive dissonance, and attribution theory to novel scenarios on the exam. Effective learning involves connecting vocabulary to real examples (e.g., how Pavlov's dogs relate to your own learned behaviors), creating concept maps that show relationships between theories, and using spaced repetition with practice questions that require you to identify and apply terms. Tutors often use retrieval practice—repeatedly testing yourself on material—which research shows is far more effective than re-reading notes.

The three FRQs test whether you can apply psychological concepts to unfamiliar situations—they're not asking for memorized definitions. Each question typically includes a scenario and asks you to explain or analyze it using specific theories or research. The key is to identify the relevant psychological concepts immediately, define them clearly, and explicitly connect them to the scenario provided. Many 8th graders lose points by explaining concepts correctly but failing to apply them to the prompt. A tutor can walk you through deconstructing FRQ prompts and practicing the explain-and-apply structure until it becomes automatic.

Unit 1 (Scientific Foundations) introduces experimental design, correlation vs. causation, and basic statistics—concepts that feel abstract when separated from actual psychology content. Students often struggle to identify independent and dependent variables in study descriptions, or confuse correlation coefficients with causation. Since research methods questions appear throughout the exam and in FRQs, weak foundational understanding compounds over time. A tutor can anchor these concepts in real studies (like Milgram's obedience experiments or the Stanford Prison Experiment) and use practice problems to build fluency in recognizing study designs and interpreting data.

Test anxiety in AP Psych often stems from the sheer volume of content (100+ key terms across 9 units) and the pressure to apply concepts under time constraints. Building confidence requires repeated exposure to full-length practice exams in timed conditions, so the exam format feels familiar rather than threatening. Between practice tests, focus on identifying your specific weak units and targeting those with deeper study—knowing you've mastered Unit 5 (States of Consciousness) reduces anxiety about that section on test day. A tutor can help you create a realistic study schedule, review practice test results to pinpoint gaps, and develop mental strategies (like deep breathing or positive self-talk) to stay calm during the actual exam.

Yes—AP Psychology is one of the more accessible AP courses for younger students because it focuses on observable human behavior rather than abstract mathematics or complex historical analysis. That said, 8th graders benefit from structured support because they're managing a college-level course load alongside typical middle school demands. The most effective support combines consistent review of high-difficulty units (like Clinical Psychology), regular practice testing to identify weak areas, and explicit instruction in exam strategies like FRQ structure and time management. A tutor can also help you build study habits and confidence that transfer to other challenging courses.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and consistency. Students who begin tutoring with weak foundational knowledge in Units 1-3 often see larger gains (3-5 points on the 1-5 scale) because closing those gaps unlocks understanding across later units. Students already scoring 3s or 4s typically improve by 1-2 points by refining FRQ responses, improving pacing, and mastering remaining weak units. Realistic timelines require 4-6 weeks of focused work on identified gaps, plus regular practice testing to measure progress. Your tutor can diagnose your specific challenges within the first session and set a personalized improvement target.

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