Thomas B.
- Huntsville, AL 35801 ( 32.1 mi )
- Chess Tutor
- Male
- Member Since: 01/2011
- Will travel up to 15 miles
- Rates from $37.00 to $48.00 /hr
- Also Tutors: Typing Skills
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I think educators must take into account the different ways in which students learn. For instance, I've noticed that math students may have difficulty adding and subtracting fractions, but have no trouble whatsoever when I ask about dimes and quarters. If an instructor can build a bridge between new material and material the student has already mastered, the student's retention can significantly improve. By getting to know the interests and knowledge of each, I hope to discover bridges that will make learning an exciting and enjoyable process.
I graduated from Wake Forest in 2008, double-majoring in Mathematics and Physics. I also took some courses in the Education Department, and substitute taught for public high schools and middle schools in Winston-Salem, NC and Metairie, LA.
I have worked in tutoring programs for elementary school children approximately twice a week fo ... read more