What is your teaching philosophy?

My personal philosophy of teaching asserts that all students are entitled to effective instruction in an active and stimulating learning environment. Students must feel the need to engage critically with one another, themselves, and the teacher in the classroom. I believe teaching is the most important service I can provide to the people of this world.

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

Gather information on where this particular student currently stands in the content area.