How can you help a student become an independent learner?

I try to help students build confidence in their own abilities. It is only when we feel we can trust ourselves that we gain the courage to stand on our own.

How would you help a student stay motivated?

I like to break assignments down into smaller steps. It gives students more experience with success, and I find that feeling good about their work helps to motivate students.

If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?

When a student has difficulty with a concept or skill I back up and review previous concepts, or break the task into smaller parts.

What is your teaching philosophy?

Don't be afraid to try. If you don't try, you'll never know what you can do.

What might you do in a typical first session with a student?

We would spend a little bit of time getting to know each other, exploring the student's concerns and reviewing the directions for the assignment.