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"He progressed very well today with addition equations and word problems. I think he needs additional practice with word problems and being able to understand what the question is asking him. "

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"Went over the review packet. We discussed the test itself and what questions to attempt first. I gave him some tips on tackling identities and had him practice with a couple of examples. We reviewed converting logarithms to exponential form and vice versa. I showed him a model that made the conversion easier to understand. We then did a final review on graphing functions and describing characteristics. I showed him the traditional table of values approach to graphing and had him try it out. He already seemed to have a handle of describing functions, so it didn't take him too long to go through the problems I gave him."

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"We worked on the multiplication tables 1-6. The student worked on recognizing patterns. I drilled him on the tables, worked out pattern problems, and played games. He is able to give the correct answers for tables 1-6 in less than 30 seconds. He is working on multiplication patterns for homework."

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"I covered composite functions. The student needed help with the interpretation of solutions to composite functions. She demonstrated great interest and understanding of the material provided. I encouraged her to practice more composite function type questions. I left some exercise for homework. Overall the session was excellent."

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"The student and I worked on preparation for an upcoming test on precalculus review and definition of derivative. We worked on problems mainly from his summer review and some from more recent work. He has a pretty good idea on most of the concepts and needs to be careful with some algebraic steps. "

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"Today was my first meeting with this student. We got acquainted and discussed her study goals. Her class is in the midst of reading "The Age of Innocence" by Edith Wharton and the student is finding her IB class to be difficult. We discussed where her class has gotten so far in the novel and I had her give me a synopsis of the plot and what she thought were the main themes of the book so far. We then spent the rest of the time going over questions that she had to do. "

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"This was the first session with the student. We discussed the skills that he was currently working on in math, which was converting mixed numbers into improper fractions and vice versa. We worked on several examples of this skill. We discussed developing steps for solving his most difficult concepts. He expressed that he struggled the most with fractions, particularly simplifying fractions. We laid out a set of steps to follow when approached with simplifying fractions. Our plan for the sessions to follow was to review the current skill, assist with homework, and practice his challenging skills. We also discussed constructing an interactive notebook for each skill that he is working on to be used as a study reference. We planned to add to it throughout the sessions. He was open-minded and in agreement with the plan that we established with his sessions. He was quite comfortable with discussing his struggles. After developing the steps and practicing the skill (simplifying fractions), his confidence begin to elevate while performing several questions on his own. He also shared that he was not happy with his progress report grade in math, and that he was ready to bring it up. He was receptive to my suggestions and strategies. I am confident that he will improve and become a more independent learner. "

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"The student worked on reading comprehension, reading The Big Bird with the Big Bill. This passage focused on the reading comprehension skills of finding the main idea, compare/ contrast, and finding the meaning of a word using context clues. He did well with all reading comprehension skills presented. We also worked on writing complete sentences. He must continue to self-correct and revise his work for spelling, grammar, and capitalization errors."

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"Today, we covered another 2 practice tests. We decided to go over more new PSAT problems instead of continuing with the old ones. I assigned the student 2 full practices tests in her workbook. Her scores have been improving."

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"We went over the student's homework assignments on solving angles and identifying functions. She did very well with determining when a set of inputs and outputs was a function, and we practiced writing functions using multiplication/division and addition/subtraction. She struggled a bit with solving angles, but after we went over the rules for triangles, parallel lines, and straight lines, she was able to solve most of the problems on her own. I will work on writing up a "rules" sheet for angles so she will be able to study for the corresponding exam. We are making steady progress on her math assignments, and we will work on her English course the next time we meet."

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"The student is working on the public speaking unit in one of his classes. In English, he is reading Macbeth and has to answer questions about each act. We reviewed acts 1 and 2 and he answered questions about each one. Macbeth has five acts, so we plan to finish the rest on Thursday night. We talked about the story and he has a good understanding of what is being said. "

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