Should You Choose a New York Math Tutor?

Should You Choose a New York Math Tutor?If you have a great interest in math, you might want to consider a New York math tutor. They can help you improve your skills, raise your grades and get into a better college. The thing is, you can also find tutors for free. And they are almost always much better than the ones in big-city high schools.With all the new colleges, it is important to get some kind of preparation for the courses that you are going to take. A New York math tutor can help you do this. These tutors work with a variety of different students. Some of them work with students in more traditional environments. Other tutors work in smaller schools or in a small class with two students.All math tutors are not created equal. Most of them will be able to help you in the same way that they would a traditional math teacher. They will be teaching you how to do sums, basic equations and how to grade problems. This is all very necessary if you are serious about getting a college deg ree in math. You need to know how to read a problem before you can actually do the job.The problem with a math tutor in a traditional classroom setting is that you have to listen to the same boring lecture over again. It can be difficult to think about what is being said. There are so many distractions that it can be difficult to concentrate on the subject.At the same time, you might have to learn a lot of new vocabulary, concepts and methods of learning. You can end up feeling like a laboratory rat. On top of that, you might not get any feedback from the tutor.The New York math tutor will be veryhands-on. You will be working with them on a regular basis. You will be working with them to learn new ways of doing things and thinking. You will also be working with them to help you get into college.There are a number of benefits to working with a New York math tutor. You will improve your grades, get into better colleges and be exposed to a wide variety of different ideas and approaches to math. It is possible to find a tutor who will work with you to do all these things at the same time.

How to Successfully Answer a GMAT Sample Sentence Correction Question

How to Successfully Answer a GMAT Sample Sentence Correction Question GMAT MBA Admissions Blog The GMAT is the first and only standardized admissions test designed specifically for graduate business and management programs. Though in recent years most business schools accept the GRE exam, taking the GMAT can set you apart from other applicants. The GMAT measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills, the two most relevant skills to the world’s top graduate business programs. You can learn more about the GMAT exam here. In the video below, we put some of that critical thinking to the test as we tackle a Sample Sentence Correction question, one like you’d find in the Verbal section of the GMAT. Begin by Setting Up Your Scratch Pad: Write the Question number List a, b, c, d, e to represent answer choices, X them out as you eliminate each Draw a line next to the question number to write the error once you identify it Utilize Obvious Easy 2/3 Answer Choice Splits Look for similarities/differences in the answers. In this example, 2 of the answer choices begin with the word “indicate” and the other 3 begin with “indicates.” Spotting this “split” in the answers helps us determine whether to use the singular or plural verb. Read Carefully to Find the Intended Subject Identify the subject in the non-underlined portion of the sentence, this will help you determine if your answer will be in singular or plural form, ensuring subject-verb agreement. Once you determine this, you can eliminate any answer choices by placing an x next to those which are subject verb errors (in the incorrect form). Going back to your scratch pad â€" write out the error you have identified. You always want to evaluate the category of error, not just specific, individual errors. In this case, its subject/verb agreement (singular vs. plural). Go back and read the sentence inserting whichever answer you believe to be correct. Remember, we always want to use the non-underlined portion of the sentence as the answer key to match to the underlined option. About the Author Stefan Maisnier is the Director of Online instruction as well as an expert online GMAT tutor.

English Vocabulary for Socialising ?? - Learn English with Harry

English Vocabulary for Socialising ?? - Learn English with Harry In this post you will learn socialising English vocabulary words and phrasal verbs. Socialising with Friends Vocabulary | Image What better way is there to enjoy a coffee or cup of tea than with a friend who drops in on you to spend an hour or so in your company? Catching up with the gossip and chilling out on a Saturday or Sunday morning may just be the tonic you need to get over the week day blues of office politics!Alternatively a scheduled meeting with friends in a city centre coffee shop or even in the gym gives you the chance to find out about the comings and goings of your mutual acquaintances and mates. Learning about old school or university colleagues who you have not come across for a few years is better than traipsing around a shopping mall packed with shoppers. You might even find the time to chat up a new “friend”.In this short extract, which has been written informally, I have used many common everyday phrasal verbs a feature of modern day English. Socialising with Friends Vocabulary - English for Socialising CLOSE KNITa few friends who are special friends who know you and each other well. We can also refer to a tight circle of friends.ex. They were a close-knit group of friends who truly enjoyed meeting and welcoming new people.TO UNWIND FROMto relax and get rid of any stressex. It was the perfect  trip to unwind from the hectic routine.TO DROP IN ONsomeone who visits you or who you visit without making an arrangement or appointment.ex. I was passing his house so dropped in on him to see how he was.TO CATCH UP WITHto find out all the gossip and information. What has been happening since you last spoke or met each otherex. It was good to meet up and catch up on old times and find out the latest news.CHILLING OUTrelaxing in a friendly atmosphere away from the stresses and strains of everyday life.ex. I had a lovely massage in the spa and enjoyed chilling out on the beach each day.TO FIND OUT ABOUTto get the information you were looking for or needed.ex. I spoke to Mary’s father to find o ut about the arrangements for the wedding.TO ASK SOMEONE OVERto invite someone to your houseex. It did seem rather short notice to  ask friends over for  dinner.TO COME ACROSSthis can be used both positively or negatively.I came across his name in an old diary. I had not thought about him for years. OrI haven’t come across him since I moved to another town.This means I have not met him since I moved to another town.TO TRAIPSE AROUND to wander / walk with out any real purpose trying to find something you want or need.ex. I traipsed around every shop in the high street looking for that book but could not find it anywhere.TO CHAT UPto talk casually to someone in a slightly flirtatious way with the hope you might get a date.ex. He chatted up the new secretary last week and is taking her to the cinema this weekend.

How to select the right private tutor for your child

How to select the right private tutor for your child There are many factors to consider when choosing the right private tutor for your child. Depending on your child's specific needs and methods of working, you may find yourself trying out more than one home tutor before finding the one who gels best with your child. However, there are a few basic guidelines that you can follow to make your task more straightforward. First of all, the sex of your chosen tutor is an important area that needs careful consideration. Does your child react better to a male or female influence? Ask your child whether they would prefer a male or female tutor - involve them in the process. Experience is an obvious consideration. If you require a tutor with a certain level of experience in the subject or level they will be teaching, ask for references and verify them. Having said that, experience isn't everything. If you find a knowledgeable tutor with a passion for his/her subject and they strike up a rapport with your child, they could well be an excellent choice. Reputation is important. Gather as much information as possible about the tutor's previous assignments. Do they come recommended from people who have used their services before? Lastly, make sure the tutor you select is located nearby if they are going to be visiting your home regularly. It is no good finding an excellent private tutor if you live in Cornwall and they are based in Manchester. Of course, you could get around this problem by arranging for the tutor to teach your child online. Do you have any tips of your own when it comes to selecting the right tutor for your child?

Tips from an Irvine SAT and ACT Tutor Common Problems

Tips from an Irvine SAT and ACT Tutor Common Problems Tips from an Irvine SAT and ACT Tutor: Common Problems Tips from an Irvine SAT and ACT Tutor: Common Problems These pieces of advice are more specific to taking the actual tests themselves. If you are looking for general advice about how to study and what materials to use,   read my previous article. Instead, here I will cover more specific tips that can give you an edge on the test depending on your specific situation. These are common situations that I have found many of my students in when taking the tests, and implementing these tips has great success in helping them remedy their problems. These tips are not universal; you must take practice tests first to evaluate if these will apply to you. The Essay For the essay: First-grade essays you’ve written during practice tests using the guidelines and sample essays (or have a private tutor grade your essays for you) and determine where you are at and where you would like to be. If you have a low score looking to bring it closer to average, you need to determine where the problem lies. Three common scenarios I see with these scores are: not writing nearly enough, having very sloppy grammar and sentences, and failing to effectively respond to the prompt. Of these, the first and third are easiest to remedy. For students who aren’t writing enough, we practice timed writing. Using simpler prompts and shorter time limits, they focus on getting more sentences and ideas onto the page in the time limit. Unfortunately, speed can be a huge problem for many students taking timed standardized tests. And, as unfair as it may be, it negatively affects your score if you can’t write quick enough. The same strategy can be used if you aren’t answering the prompt effectively. Except, instead of writing many sentences in a short time limit, students should focus on making strong outlines or bullet points on how to answer the prompt. The essay needs to have substance, and that substance needs to be thought of quickly before it can be executed. Grammar and overall writing issues have less cookie-cutter solutions and vary even more on a case to case basis. It is important to write a lot and have someone to review and correct your mistakes. If your essay is already good but you are looking for an even better score, you can consider practicing implementing new elements to help improve your essay and make it stand out. This can include proper use of semi-colons and colons, more complex vocabulary words used correctly and appropriately, and varying sentence length and sentence structure throughout your paragraphs. Stay tuned for part two! Michael C. is currently a private math, science, and standardized test tutor with TutorNerds in Irvine and Anaheim. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Instructor Spotlight Laura Bubbico

Instructor Spotlight Laura Bubbico Instructor Spotlight: Laura Bubbico Laura Bubbico, Instructor of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Fairfield For much of her career, Laura Bubbico shared her love of learning as a Connecticut State Certified Teacher. Laura taught in the public school system for over 12 years, impacting a wide range of students from 5th graders to high school students. When Laura retired from teaching, she wasn’t quite ready to close the door on education. At the time, her daughter Liz was working as a chief assistant at a local Kumon Center. Laura recalls Liz being impressed by the impact the Kumon Method made on students at the center. Liz said to her, “You won’t believe how well this works!” Laura wanted to learn first-hand about the Kumon Method. She began her Kumon journey by becoming an assistant for early learners. Impressed by what she saw during those two years, Laura decided to open her very own Kumon Center,  Kumon Math and Reading Center of Fairfield, in June 2007. Over 12 years later, she continues to experience great joy in working with her studentsâ€"including her own daughterâ€"and helping them gain confidence in their ability. Laura’s daughter Liz enrolled at her center as an adult and challenged herself to complete the Kumon Reading Program before starting medical school. From guiding her own daughter through completing the Kumon Reading Program, to transforming a student that at first was struggling with math, Laura has learned lessons from each of her students. “The most valuable lesson I’ve learned as an Instructor is to not react, but rather respond,” said Laura. “Listen and observe first, and then offer some instruction when necessary.” By applying this mentality through her instruction, she has made a huge impact on both current and former Kumon Students at her center. What is it about being an Instructor you enjoy the most?   I love all of it! I especially enjoy the moments of transformation when a student starts to believe in their own ability. One Saturday morning, I had a young student enthusiastically say, “I can’t wait to tell daddy I’m on the plus sixes, and I can do them all by myself!” It’s moments like that I truly enjoy. Can you describe an instruction moment where you made an impact on a student?   I can remember many moments, but one student in particular comes to mindâ€"Jose. He came to my center and was truly struggling with math. I started him off on a lower level, and over the next two years with encouragement from myself and my staff, Jose began to trust us. When that trust was built, he would come in for class and greeted everyone with a smile. Jose persevered and remained motivated to work towards mastering algebra concepts before entering high school. After guiding him and providing him with study tips, he was studying above grade level. Later, he tested into a high school preparatory and received a four-year scholarship upon admission. Last summer, Jose stopped by the center to let me know he was accepted into Bowdoin College. What achievements are you most proud of?   I am proud of how many students I’ve been able to help through Kumon over the years! I am most proud of Joseph, an autistic child who at the time was unable to write and relied on his iPad in school. He enrolled in Kumon when he was in the 4th grade and made remarkable strides academically. Joseph later went on to graduate high schoolâ€"an accomplishment his parents didn’t think was possible. What do you like to do in your spare time?   I enjoy reading mysteries and gardening. I also love being with my five grandchildren. What is a fun fact about you that people may not know?   From 1996-2004, I owned and operated a bridal shop, and even did some impromptu design work. I can dye a mean pair of bridal shoes on the fly! Learn more about the Kumon Franchise opportunity and discover additional franchisee success stories. You might also be interested in: Instructor Spotlight: Lillian Brijeski Instructor Spotlight: Alex Tang Instructor Spotlight: Ann Quigley Instructor Spotlight: Jennifer Ju Instructor Spotlight Laura Bubbico Instructor Spotlight: Laura Bubbico Laura Bubbico, Instructor of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Fairfield For much of her career, Laura Bubbico shared her love of learning as a Connecticut State Certified Teacher. Laura taught in the public school system for over 12 years, impacting a wide range of students from 5th graders to high school students. When Laura retired from teaching, she wasn’t quite ready to close the door on education. At the time, her daughter Liz was working as a chief assistant at a local Kumon Center. Laura recalls Liz being impressed by the impact the Kumon Method made on students at the center. Liz said to her, “You won’t believe how well this works!” Laura wanted to learn first-hand about the Kumon Method. She began her Kumon journey by becoming an assistant for early learners. Impressed by what she saw during those two years, Laura decided to open her very own Kumon Center,  Kumon Math and Reading Center of Fairfield, in June 2007. Over 12 years later, she continues to experience great joy in working with her studentsâ€"including her own daughterâ€"and helping them gain confidence in their ability. Laura’s daughter Liz enrolled at her center as an adult and challenged herself to complete the Kumon Reading Program before starting medical school. From guiding her own daughter through completing the Kumon Reading Program, to transforming a student that at first was struggling with math, Laura has learned lessons from each of her students. “The most valuable lesson I’ve learned as an Instructor is to not react, but rather respond,” said Laura. “Listen and observe first, and then offer some instruction when necessary.” By applying this mentality through her instruction, she has made a huge impact on both current and former Kumon Students at her center. What is it about being an Instructor you enjoy the most?   I love all of it! I especially enjoy the moments of transformation when a student starts to believe in their own ability. One Saturday morning, I had a young student enthusiastically say, “I can’t wait to tell daddy I’m on the plus sixes, and I can do them all by myself!” It’s moments like that I truly enjoy. Can you describe an instruction moment where you made an impact on a student?   I can remember many moments, but one student in particular comes to mindâ€"Jose. He came to my center and was truly struggling with math. I started him off on a lower level, and over the next two years with encouragement from myself and my staff, Jose began to trust us. When that trust was built, he would come in for class and greeted everyone with a smile. Jose persevered and remained motivated to work towards mastering algebra concepts before entering high school. After guiding him and providing him with study tips, he was studying above grade level. Later, he tested into a high school preparatory and received a four-year scholarship upon admission. Last summer, Jose stopped by the center to let me know he was accepted into Bowdoin College. What achievements are you most proud of?   I am proud of how many students I’ve been able to help through Kumon over the years! I am most proud of Joseph, an autistic child who at the time was unable to write and relied on his iPad in school. He enrolled in Kumon when he was in the 4th grade and made remarkable strides academically. Joseph later went on to graduate high schoolâ€"an accomplishment his parents didn’t think was possible. What do you like to do in your spare time?   I enjoy reading mysteries and gardening. I also love being with my five grandchildren. What is a fun fact about you that people may not know?   From 1996-2004, I owned and operated a bridal shop, and even did some impromptu design work. I can dye a mean pair of bridal shoes on the fly! Learn more about the Kumon Franchise opportunity and discover additional franchisee success stories. You might also be interested in: Instructor Spotlight: Lillian Brijeski Instructor Spotlight: Alex Tang Instructor Spotlight: Ann Quigley Instructor Spotlight: Jennifer Ju

My English School

My English School My English School My English School is a ground-breaking English school based in Italy, and now also France, founded in 2011. Our schools are student-centered, with flexible courses,objective-based learning, a young dynamic teaching team, and a fun social-life for teachers and students, all within a big open space. We combine technology and innovative communicative, face to face learning with qualified teachers from all over the English-speaking world. Students prepare for their lessons online beforehand, and check their learning after each lesson with a digital book. We make use of multimedia in the classroom to improve the communicative learning experience. Every member of our teaching team has a professional development program, with regular looking back looking forward meetings, a training plan, and plenty of opportunity to observe and be given feedback on teaching. We work as a team to improve, train each other and add skills to ensure no teacher is standing still. View our Brochure