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What do I enjoy most about tutoring? π
I really enjoy the challenge of coming up with different explanations for concepts, based on the student's understanding. Each student learns in different ways, and seeing something click for them is really rewarding.My Strengths as Tutor πͺ
Not only do I know the content I tutor, I also know what it's like to not understand the content. Personally, it was a uphill struggle to learn the things I know, and I believe this experience gives me great insight as to what misconceptions the student might be thinking. Based on that, I can adjust my tutoring style to help them.Most important things I can do for a student π
I believe tutoring helps students develop a genuine love for learning. There are 2 characteristics a tutor needs to achieve this. Firstly, the tutor should have an open and friendly personality. Learning is inherently effortful, and having someone friendly to guide the process makes it more enjoyable and productive. Additionally, tutors need to have empathy. It is not enough for a tutor to be an expert of their field; they must also know what it's like to not understand concepts. This is crucial for the tutors' ability to develop explanations to help students learn and understand.Subjects Tutored π
- Physics tutoring
- Chemistry tutoring
- Maths tutoring
- Biology tutoring
- Online tutoring
- Psychology tutoring
Exam Prep π
- QCE tutoring
Tutoring students in π¦ π§
- year 10
- year 11
- year 12
About Hoi Yan
Expertise in Maths and Science Tutoring
This tutor brings a robust background in Mathematics and Science education, providing personalised tutoring services across all grades. She currently tutors a diverse group of students, ranging from grade 6 to 12, adapting her teaching methods to cater to individual learning styles. Her sessions are flexible, offered both face-to-face and online, ensuring accessibility and convenience for all her students.
Specialised Knowledge in Psychology
With a Bachelorβs Degree in Science majoring in Psychology underway, this tutor possesses advanced understanding crucial for teaching Senior Psychology. She leads group classes effectively, demonstrating her capability to manage and impart complex psychological concepts to older students preparing for their final exams.
Proven Track Record in Educational Achievement
Demonstrating early success as an educator, she previously guided a junior student to achieve an ''A'' grade in the AMEB Grade 4 violin exam. Her academic prowess is further underscored by achieving an impressive ATAR score, highlighting her own dedication and mastery which she enthusiastically brings into her tutoring approach.
Recent Tutoring Comments:
- asking her questions in a style that she would need to ask herself in the exam - only doing a question for her when she is really struggling, and even then I try ...
- asking her questions in a style that she would need to ask herself in the exam - only doing a question for her when she is really struggling, and even then I try to prompt her instead of doing it all myself
- i think all she needs to do is manage her anxiety and remember to think slowly and clearly during the exam
- letting her do as much as possible independently, only prompting when she is fully stuck - creating a list of concepts to revise - showing her the process of ...
- letting her do as much as possible independently, only prompting when she is fully stuck - creating a list of concepts to revise - showing her the process of breaking down a question (e.g. mark allocation, cognition verbs etc
- I was slightly late, but we just ended 10 minutes later to make up for it - (I was visiting my dad at the hospital but missed the bus there)
- showing her 1 example, then asking her to repeat the question/try a similar one herself - identifying the points of issue and getting her to repeat SDI formula ...
- showing her 1 example, then asking her to repeat the question/try a similar one herself - identifying the points of issue and getting her to repeat SDI formula questions until she was more proficient (each repetition targeting specific aspects of solving the question)
- I was a little early to the session but we just ended a little earlier as well - she hasn't done too much independent revision yet still
- asking her to explain concepts back to me, to test how much she understood - having her try questions independently first, then asking for her to explain her ...
- asking her to explain concepts back to me, to test how much she understood - having her try questions independently first, then asking for her to explain her thinking processes to identify the specific areas of issue
she told me she hasn't done too much independent biology revision as she has other subject exams coming up first, so i told her to just try doing a little bit of revision every day, even if it's just a couple of questions