...One is to make the idea more concrete and less abstract. A student may not understand why 0.3 is greater than 0.25, but they know why three dimes are worth more than two dimes and a nickel. Another is to present a simpler problem with the same concept, such as posing 1/3 + 1/4 to a student who answers 7/12 + 4/5 = 11/17. (read more)
...I am an avid reader and I have teaching experience in these areas. I understand the way that the English language works. I had a 4.0 GPA in college because I know how to study. (read more)
I'm Denise, retired from 30 years of teaching in the elementary grades K-5th. I've taught in self contained , departmentalized, home school and college classrooms. I've substituted in 6-8th grades, assisting with any subject needed. (read more)
...Most of time, I will focus on teaching you step by step solutions, which is not just about right or wrong. This is also connected to your real life as problem solving skills. Mechanical Engineering major and math minor in college. (read more)