Teaching Style
In my experience, the majority of students are highly motivated. This is, for me, the key to success. However, very often, students require assistance with a wide range of ‘remediation’ in many of life’s basic competencies: a skill set that includes such issues as time management, test taking, study habits, and, sometimes, acculturation. My teaching methodology follows these simple steps:
Step 1: Motivation
Step 2: Definition & Understanding of terms
Step 3: Explanation, exploration, discussion, debate
Step 4: Questions & Answers
Step 5: Practice: Time & Effort
Step 6: Demonstration (or proof)
I absolutely believe that motivation is required for learning. I have found that students become more motivated to learn when they understand how they will profit from the experience. I teach ‘communication’ all the time, regardless of the subject matter. Throughout the course of the term, I seek to establish a ‘learning rapport’ with the students, constantly reminding them of their need to apply themselves (and think) in order to succeed. I emphasize the need for students to be ‘self-aware’ learners. I share with my students the goals and the processes that we engage in. For example, a definition of terms lesson or an opportunity to debate is always clearly identified.
My classroom methodology is experientially based. I create common experiences in the classroom (ranging from reading a document, watching a video, listening to music, to conducting a group discussion) designed to provide a basis for discussion and exploration of ideas, concepts, relationships and consequences.
I intersperse these experiences with didactic lessons, ranging from the presentation of theories and facts to thought provoking questions, ethical dilemmas and historical debates. I push students and pull them. I stretch their minds to think about life in ways, perhaps, they have not thought before. I emphasize that one’s perspective determines one’s vision. I encourage my students to explore different perspectives, to experience different ways of looking at the world and to ask questions. I admonish my classes when questions are not asked, threatening to repeat the entire lesson if questions are not forthcoming (I have never actually had to do this).
I encourage my students to read, read, and read. I assist them in writing proper English as well. I strive for them to understand the communication process as an integral part of their quest to acquire knowledge and skills.
My Hobbies
Chess, Gardening, fishing, exercise, and all types of games....
Other Comments
I am a patiemt and understanding tutor. I devote myself to helping my students succeeed. I appreciate the various learnng styles of my students and adjust my approach to each student's individual needs.
ACT |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have taught several test-preparation courses. I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. I have a math/science background and have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. |
Algebra |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have a math/science background (Bronx High School of Science). I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. |
Algebra I |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have a math/science background (Bronx High School of Science). I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. |
Algebra II |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have a math/science background (Bronx High School of Science). I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. |
American History |
Proficiency: Expert
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I hold two degrees in History (BA and Master's), in which I am extremely interested. Understanding the past helps us understand the present. As a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience, I have helped many High School and College students to succeed academically. I am patient and understanding. |
Chess |
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I have been a chess player since age 7 - I am rated at 1850. I love to play and teach the game! |
Composition |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have been teaching writing for 30 years at LaGuardia Community College, in NYC. I have helped many students from around the world to become fine writers of the English language. I am patient and understanding. |
Continuing Education |
Proficiency: Expert
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College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have helped many students to succeed academically. am patient and understanding. I have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. |
Creative Writing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I have been teaching writing for 30 years at LaGuardia Community College, in NYC. I have helped many students from around the world to express themselves in the English language. I am patient and understanding. |
English |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have been teaching English for 30 years at LaGuardia Community College, in NYC. I have helped many students from around the world to become fine writers of the English language. I am patient and understanding. |
Entrance Exams |
Proficiency: Expert
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have taught several test-preparation courses. I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. I have a math/science background and have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. |
GED |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have helped many students to pass teh GED exam (including both my daughters). I am patient and understanding. I have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. |
Geography |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I have traveled extensively throughout the United states and Europe. As an historian of the world , I have studied the geography of the world's continents from a political and human perspective. College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have helped many students to succeed academically. I am patient and understanding. |
Government |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have published a 'Brief History of the United States" and have tutored many high school and college students in government and political science. I have run for and held public office, myself. I am patient and understanding. |
Grammar |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I have been teaching grammar for 30 years at in NYC. I have helped many students from around the world to readily understand the comlexities of the English language. I am patient and understanding. |
Homework Help |
Proficiency: Expert
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College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have helped many students to succeed academically. am patient and understanding. I have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. |
Language Arts |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I teach basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) to incoming college freshmen and have many years of tutoring experience. I have helped many students to improve their language skills. I am patient and understanding. |
Math |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have a math/science background (Bronx High School of Science). I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. |
Poetry |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I have taught students about poetry, plays and short stories for 20 years. I am patient and understanding. I am a poet myself! |
Political Science |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have published a 'Brief History of the United States" and have tutored many high school and college students in government and political science. I have run for and held public office, myself. I am patient and understanding. |
Pre-Algebra |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have a math/science background (Bronx High School of Science). I have helped many students to achieve well on standardized tests. I am patient and understanding. |
Psychology |
Proficiency: Expert
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of experience tutoring psychology. I have helped many students to understand the various theories of human development. I am patient and understanding. |
Reading |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I teach reading (communication skills) as a College Professor and I have written articles, such as "An Introduction to Computer Literacy", for reading textbooks. I have helped many students to learn to read faster and with more comprehension. I am patient and understanding. |
Reading Comprehension |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I teach reading (communication skills) as a College Professor and I have written articles, such as "An Introduction to Computer Literacy", for reading textbooks. I have helped many students to learn to read faster and with more comprehension. I am patient and understanding. |
Resume Writing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I have been a college administrator for 30 years and have written, reviewed and evaluated hundreds of candidates and their resumes. |
SAT - Math |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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I have a math/science background (Bronx High School of Science graduate) and I have helped many students to acieve well on standardized tests. I have taught several SAT prep courses. I am patient and understanding. I know the tests very well and have learned many strategies to rasie your score! |
SAT - Verbal |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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I have taught several SAT prep courses and I have helped many students to raise their SAT scores. I teach English, reading and writing to students entering college from around the globe. I am patient and understanding. I know the tests very well and have learned many strategies to rasie your score! |
Social Studies |
Proficiency: Expert
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have taught Middle School Social studies and I have helped many students to succeed academically. am patient and understanding. |
Sociology |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I am a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of sociology tutoring experience. I have helped many students to understand complex social theory. I am patient and understanding. |
Speaking |
Proficiency: Experienced
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I have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. I have tutored high school and college students, as well as political candidates, with regard to public speaking. I have served as a speech writer on several occasions, for politicians and college presidents. I am patient and understanding. |
Study Skills |
Proficiency: Expert
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College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience. I have helped many students to succeed academically. am patient and understanding. I have been teaching basic skills (reading, writing, oral communication) for 30 years. |
Test Preparation |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have taught several standardized test preparation courses and I have helped many students to raise their SAT scores. I teach English, reading and writing to students entering college from around the globe. I am patient and understanding. |
Testing Strategies |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have taught several standardized test preparation courses and I have helped many students to raise their SAT scores. I teach English, reading and writing to students entering college from around the globe. I am patient and understanding. |
World History |
Proficiency: Expert
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I hold two degrees in History (BA and Master's), in which I am extremely interested. I have published "A Brief History of the World". Understanding the past helps us understand the present. As a College Professor (History, Philosophy, Ethics, English) with many years of tutoring experience, I have helped many High School and College students to succeed academically. I am patient and understanding. |
Writing |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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I have been teaching writing for 30 years at LaGuardia Community College, in NYC. I have helped many students from around the world to become fine writers of the English language. I have many of my own materials (free) to facilitate learning about the writing process. I am patient and understanding. |
Writing Skills |
Proficiency: Expert
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I have been teaching writing for 30 years at LaGuardia Community College, in NYC. I have helped many students from around the world to become fine writers of the English language. I have many of my own materials (free) to facilitate learning about the writing process. I am patient and understanding. |