...My specializations include the dialectic between economic and political change, as well as imperialism and the cross-fertilization of cultures. My favorite period is from 1870 to 1945 (the Modern Period), when people wrestled with new technologies, scientific possibilities, and the depths of the... (read more)
...While working together, I will emphasize the importance of communication to help you gain confidence and make learning a more enjoyable experience. I enjoy working with my students in helping them create an individualized learning plan. Everyone has a unique approach to studying, and I look forward to developing one utilizing your skills and methods while introducing new ones of my own. (read more)
...I have taught hundreds of students over several years and have dealt with every type of learning style. Often times, I see intelligent, hard working students not able to achieve the grades they desire. Usually, it takes just a few adjustments to get them on the right path. (read more)
...My first job was as a history teacher for students who spoke languages other than English. It was challenging but I learned how teach complex material in the most simple terms. I also learned how to teach reading and writing very clearly and effectively. (read more)
...Finally, I have significant experience in writing, which would be of use to students of any age who are interested in improving their writing. My work has been published in the New York Times, NPR, and more than a dozen textbooks released by Salem Press. Additionally, UMASS Press published my first book, Race in the Crucible of War: African American Servicemen in the War in Vietnam in 2023. (read more)