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Summer Programs

By Courtney H. | 5/14/2012 10:10 AM CST |

Now is the time to plan for Summer Tutoring. I will be offering a full schedule of tutoring for the summer, including some interesting group sessions and summer programs. Call for more information!

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Three ways to show how math is used in "real life"

By Ron G. | 5/13/2012 5:39 PM CST |

If I had a dollar for every time a student in a math class has asked me "how do I use this in real life?" I'd have a paycheck. But, like it says in the song, "if I had a million dollars, I'd be rich."

I'm asked this most often by Algebra 2 and Geometry students, so here are three things I can show them.

(1) The Rule of 72. Which states, in probably over-simplified form:

"If you take the number 72, and divide it by your interest rate, the result is the number of years it takes for the principal to double."

That's a pretty good simulation of compound interest there, especially for rates around...

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Most Important: Customizing the tutoring and approach to the student's learning style, needs, learning objectives, questions.

By John M. | 5/4/2012 10:06 AM CST |

Recently, after I tutored two of my favorite students to prepare them for upcoming tests in Pre-Algebra and Geometry respectively, and I received positive reinforcement for the importance and value of customizing the tutoring approach, information, knowledge transfer, and tutoring style.

After the first tutoring session, I was approached by three people as I was waiting for my next student:
1. An elementary school teacher – she complemented me on my knowledge and tutoring style, and asked me for my information to refer students to me for tutoring.
2. A parent seeking a tutor for their daughter...

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If You Need Math Tutoring, Act Now To Get Back On Track

By Kenneth S. | 5/3/2012 1:07 PM CST |

I invite all students who are faltering in Mathematics, from Algebra through Calculus, to get help as soon as possible.

The right kind of skilled help, which gives you INSIGHT and thus understanding, can build your confidence and raise your level of achievement. That's what you want to do--because those who do not address these issues usually experience disappointment and failure, and the effects of failure have a significant impact on your life, such as lowering self-esteem and interfering with your plans for college and career.

That's why I tutor--to help you. All of my customers experience...

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Success vs. Stress, including Fear of Failure and Memory Problems

By Paul C. | 4/24/2012 7:27 AM CST |

A few keys to success in school (for people with or without A.D.D.):

We need to concentrate on taking notes in classes, and possibly use a digital recorder to record some classes. (That makes a tremendous difference for many of my A.D.D. students, because they can "go back and listen" to things they missed when distractions occurred.) Examples of distractions include when other students are moving or making noises, worries or concerns**, being hungry, needing to go to the restroom, looking for a pen or pencil, or needing to sharpen a pencil, etc. There are many sources of distractions. Even...

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Science problems as Math problems

By John M. | 3/19/2012 9:11 PM CST |

I've been working recently with a student who "presented" as a student struggling with physics. But in many ways, the physics is less of an issue than applying mathematics to the physics concepts. Their text is Glencoe's Physics Principles and Problems, which some reviewers describe as much as a math text as a science text. After helping with several chapters of homework, I would say that the problems at the end of each section or chapter tend to focus on those where mathematics can be applied to the physics, and that as a result if the tests are based upon those questions, the test will...

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Recovery Plan for Failing Student

By John O. | 3/18/2012 12:05 AM CST |
The reality is that the student may be “in over their head” and no amount of effort will get a satisfactory result. Or maybe the student does not have the time to overly focus on one course over the others even for a short time to recover from a failing grade. This is a difficult and even emotional decision but should at least be momentarily considered. Is this class a necessity? Is there the ability to drop it? If you feel recovery is possible or if there is no other open option then on to the Recovery Plan. Though I am calling this a recovery plan – this is also a “B+ to an A+” or C to a...
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Helping students to become self-sufficient, confident, and successful in school

By Paul C. | 3/15/2012 9:54 AM CST |

I was reading what another WyzAnt tutor said, and I realized that he and I have the same attitude towards tutoring:

We cherish each and every student, and enjoy working with them, but we don’t necessarily want to build a long-term relationship with them. I compare this situation to birds learning to fly. They need help at first, but it is important for them to learn to be self-sufficient, and learn to handle the challenges on their own.

My goal is to help you to get on track, fill in some "gaps," and then let you "fly" on your own, when you are ready.

In the future, if more help is needed...

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Proactive vs. Reactive - Plan for Fall -- Use Summer wisely

By John O. | 3/12/2012 9:01 AM CST |

It's important to plan ahead - "get ahead of the game" whether planning for SAT/ACT or planning for this coming Fall, 2012.

Most parents and students wait till they get an "unexpected bad grade" - then REACT. A tutor can help things turnaround at that point - but what about your other classes - do you ignore those to catch up? This is not a good situation. Pressure packed. If this happens to be the semester they are preparing and taking the SAT or ACT, or they have to prepare to take an AP exam - even more pressure.

I am thinking primarily in terms of math/science. If your student...

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Test Preparation – Best Practices

By John O. | 3/8/2012 1:14 PM CST |

Test Preparation – Best Practices

Start this at least one week before the math, chemistry or physics exam.

What does the test cover? Sounds simple but it is amazing that many students are not sure the night before an exam.

Using major topic titles, your notes, instructors’ notes, pages in the book – describe fully what the upcoming test covers.

If questions come up - NOW is the time to ask the instructor exactly what is covered. I encourage you to approach the instructor – let him/her know you are actively preparing. Ask them if they have a good source of extra problems to work to...

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