Matthew
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: American University - Bachelors, Political Science, Minor in Marketing
Graduate Degree: South Texas College of Law - Masters, Juris Doctor
Baseball, Golf, Volleyball, Skiing, spending time with my family and dog, watching sports
AP US History
College Level American History
Constitutional Law
Criminal Law
Family Law
High School Level American History
Homework Support
Law
Other
Property Law
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
Tort Law
What is your teaching philosophy?
To ask questions and listen to what the student has to say. Also, to observe the student's current habits and attempt to identify the strengths and weakness, and help improve the weaker areas.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
I like to ask questions and observe the student to get their baseline. Then I will try a few different strategies with the student to identify the best fit for the student.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
By providing them with the tools and the confidence to succeed. I find that students often lack the self-confidence to succeed, and that improving their self-confidence is crucial to their overall improvement.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
I need to determine what motivates a student, whether that is doing well in school or wanting to go to a specific college. I would find that motivating factor, and then help them work towards that goal by demonstrating to them how the work we are doing will help them to reach their own goal.