Jason W.
- Knoxville, TN 37914 ( 40.4 mi )
- Literature Tutor
- Male
- Member Since: 06/2010
- Will travel up to 50 miles
- Rates from $38.00 to $48.00 /hr
- Also Tutors: Writing, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition
A Little Bit About Me...
The teaching style that brings the best success I've found is centered on two points. First of all, it is based on listening, which means getting the student to talk. Eventually, with guidance, I aim to get them the ability to talk through and solve any problem. The second major technique I like to use is analogies. Even complicated subjects can be simplified into their core components which are easy to understand if taught as an analogy to something more familiar in daily life. Just as the Bible uses parables or employers use phrases from team sports to explain team roles, I find lots of success by using analogies.
My specialty is reading, writing and research. I have a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas, where I studied government, law and economics. I believe most students can learn or solve any problem by talking it through, which is often easier and mor ... read more