I have a new student. She is studying Ecology at the University of Guelph and needs my help preparing for a calculus course she will be taking in the fall.
She is experienced with online tutoring so connecting with her was no problem.
For our first session, I gave her a review of functions. She has a set of notes she wants me to review with her.
I think an improvement would be to show a demonstration of the online classroom. I think I have figured out a way to add one to my website so that students could see what to expect. This would be an improvement to the website as it offers more information.
My student from Belgium is now taking grade twelve physics. I helped him with some energy conservation, momentum, gravitation, electricity and magnetism problems. He will be attending the University of Waterloo studying life sciences in the fall.
My student from Belgium is doing well in advanced functions and also calculus. He may need my help with some physics later on in the month.
I have a new student. She is a teacher in the United States looking to upgrade her skills so she can teach a higher grade level. We connected okay. I am going over some sample questions she might be asked on a multiple choice test.
My student by telephone has turned into an online student. We connected the computers okay and now are trying to get the audio perfected so she doesn’t have to dial long distance.
She is getting 92% on her homework and 74% on her tests.
I just had a sucessful tutoring session by telephone alone. The student is taking high school level calculus. The subject was first and second derivative tests.
1. How effective is this tutoring?
A: I have been able to raise grades into the mid ninties
2. Do I have to buy a number of sessions?
A: The first session is free of charge. You do not have to buy any set number of sessions. I can charge you after a set of five sessions or if you prefer, you can pay as you go. I can offer you a break if you wish to pay in advance.
3. What kind of equipment do I need?
A: A basic computer system, high speed internet, a speaker headset. Or if you wish we can communicate by telephone.
4. How is payment made?
A: I am using paypal in most cases but will also accept a cheque.
5. Are you available on demand?
A: No. A specific time to meet is arranged.
6. How does the tutoring work?
A: I will send you a link by email. From that you can connect to the online classroom where I will be able to write on your computer screen using a whiteboard and writing tablet. You can also write to me using your mouse. We will be able to connect with audio if you have a headset with microphone or we can use a telephone to communicate in this way. Chating is also available. I can show you prepared material or create graphs, I can also demonstrate material from the internet, ect.
I have updated my website. I added another demonstration, changed the text somewhat and added a letter of recommendation. I have described my teaching method and updated the pricing tab to include the new charges for offline work.
