Eric K.
- Leander, TX 78641 ( 30 mi )
- Expert Biology Tutor
- Male Age 52
- Member since: 07/2012
- Will travel up to 50 miles
- Rates from $28 to $38 /hr
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In-Home
In-Group
- Also Tutors: Physiology, Bio Chemistry, Science, Marine Biology, Life Science, Genetics, Anatomy
Biology is one of my top subjects!
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Learning is based upon trust. Students trust me to tell the truth, to empower them with the ability to ask questions, to find and more importantly, evaluate something as truth for themselves; I consider this to be the core of my teaching philosophy.
A complete science curriculum will enable an understanding about how and how often science goes wrong, and how history can shadow great accomplishments due to social limitations of the day; Rosalind Franklin comes to mind for her well-documented (yet virtually unknown to the public) role in the discovery of DNA’s helical structure.
Illustrating the process of science as self-correcting in the methodology, and the necessity for corroboration and collaboration, is the core of my curriculum. Apart from traditional prepared lectures, students work together to accomplish projects, both as a supportive te ... read more
