Scott
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: The Ohio State University - Bachelors, Engineering
Graduate Degree: University of Maryland University College - Masters, Bioinformatics
rock climbing, playing the guitar, college football, comics books and anything nerdy.
What is your teaching philosophy?
To have the student come to the answer on their own and not to just give the solution. I am here to guide and let them make the connection.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
Get to know them by understanding their learning style, interests and level of knowledge. From there, I can assess a type of teaching method that is best suited for their personality.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
By not spoon-feeding the answer, and by coming up with a learning method that reflects their personality. For example, if they are analytical in nature, I will approach it with that in mind.
How would you help a student stay motivated?
Positive reinforcement! No matter how small the accomplishment is, it's a step in the right direction! Nothing comes easy, and with enough effort, anything can be accomplished.
If a student has difficulty learning a skill or concept, what would you do?
Keep breaking down the problem or subject into its simplest form and building blocks.