Patricia
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: Rice University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Graduate Degree: The University of Texas at Austin School of Law - PHD, Juris Doctorate/Law
I enjoy reading, visiting art museums, walking, and watching the world famous Spurs.
American Literature
College English
College Level American History
College Level American Literature
Comparative Literature
High School English
High School Level American History
High School Level American Literature
Other
Poetry
Poetry Writing
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
US History
What is your teaching philosophy?
Learning needs to be student-centered. My role as a teacher is to provide the necessary tools for a student to access and master the subject matter.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
During my first session with a student, I want to familiarize myself with the student's interests and goals. In order for us to work as a team, we need to spend some time learning about one another.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
Students become independent learners when they are actively engaged with the material. For example, when teaching literature, I may ask students to make a text-to-self connection with a novel, or I may ask them to write a "reboot" of a classic story.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
Students can stay motivated when they have a clear sense of what their goal is and how they are progressing. Celebrating milestones as we work toward that goal will keep both teacher and student motivated.