Douglas N.
- Tucson, AZ 85711 ( 17.2 mi )
- Entrance Exams Tutor
- Male
- Member Since: 11/2007
- Will travel up to 20 miles
- Rates from $37.00 to $41.00 /hr
- Also Tutors: GRE
More About This Tutor...
An understanding of the student and his/her background, strengths and weaknesses, and motivation is key to successful learning. This student-centered approach has gained favor in recent years, and using this approach in an interactive way allows the student to develop critical-thinking skills at an optimal pace.
As a graduate student at the University of Chicago, I was responsible for leading introductory core Biology labs, which covered an array of concepts in biology, statistics, computer usage, and experimental design. Because lab reports were frequent requirements, I also was able to improve skills as a writing tutor I had already developed as a writing tutor (paid student position) in the Writing Lab at Towson University. I also have taught a remedial study- and life-skills course for students on Academic Probation at the University of Arizona. Finally, in my capacity as Acade ... read more