David G.
- Mechanic Falls, ME 04256 ( 28.8 mi )
- World History Tutor
- Male
- Member Since: 03/2010
- Will travel up to 30 miles
- Rates from $40.00 to $44.00 /hr
- Also Tutors: Political Science, Government, Geography, American History
More About This Tutor...
When I teach writing, I emphasize -- and ensure that the students practice -- rewriting. Not even professional writers get it right the first time. I also encourage students to enrich their writing by reading as often as possible. Young people who take writing seriously are preparing for a successful college career. Post-secondary students who learn to write effectively are more employable than those who view writing as a technical obstacle. One of the most common complaints I hear about college graduates in the workplace is that they cannot write clearly and get to the point. I view writing as an extension of a conversation that I hold with all students. We talk, then we write.
As a journalist and teacher, I've always enjoyed getting the most out of the English language and passing that knowledge on to students of all ages. I base my teaching on the axiom that "writing is thinking ... read more
