
Emma
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: James Madison University - Bachelors, Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communications
I enjoy writing, the gym, avocados and cats.
College English
Comparative Literature
High School English
What is your teaching philosophy?
Every assignment is an opportunity to learn something about yourself.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
Encouragement, patience, and adapting the perspective that every assignment is a chance to grow as a student makes a great difference.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
Putting what we cannot understand into terms that we do makes the concept more relatable and comprehensive. Breaking a concept down to explain each component makes it easier to understand too.
How would you help a student get excited/engaged with a subject that they are struggling in?
Finding common ground with the subject! Implementing the subject into your everyday life gives it purpose and prevalence.
What types of materials do you typically use during a tutoring session?
Pencil, paper, and writing technique books. Personal experience goes a long way, too.