...main areas of interest in those studies were planetary science and Greek-language literature, respectively. I'm passionate about both STEM subjects and the humanities, and love helping students translate their strengths in one area to another. I tutor in a broad range of subjects, but would especially love to help you learn more about Latin, English, and astronomy, because those were my favorite subjects in school. I'd also love to help you with prepping for any...
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My goal is to help as many students learn mathematics and science, in such a manner, that they appreciate how much of our lives are dictated by the explored concepts! Helping students is my way of helping to make the world a more accessible place for everyone!
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...a lifelong passion for studying the universe. I worked with theoretical astrophysics simulations that tested theories of galaxy formation, cosmology, dark matter, and stellar evolution. I am also passionate about education in the quantitative disciplines. Currently, I am pivoting from academia to industry and building my repertoire for data science. I am also a graduate from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, with a Bachelor's in Science for both Physics and Astrophysics, and a...
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...concise as I wanted it to be. It took me years of exploring and thinking to understand these subjects more fundamentally, and now, I feel like I am in a position to offer others an insight into these subjects that I wasn't given. I've found that one of the best ways to introduce students to a new subject or idea is through motivating examples or real world problems. I prefer not to give students the...
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Hello, My name is Erik Dassoff and I hold a master's degree in Food Technology from a leading Dutch University. I also have a strong academic track record, having all A's throughout K-12 and my undergraduate degree. I enjoy problem-solving in math and science, but also enjoy applying it to useful real-life scenarios. I look forward to meeting and working with you! Cheers, Erik
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I believe that education is the road to progress in life. I am very interactive in my sessions. About me, I have a PhD in nuclear astrophysics. My research focus is neutron stars, supernovae and binary merger of neutron stars. I also have a masters in mathematics, with specialization in Knot theory.
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...Governor's State University where I obtained my bachelor degree in Chemistry and my masters degree in Analytical Chemistry in 2009 & 2012, respectively. I've also worked as a teacher assistant in several science disiplines during my undergraduate and graduate studies and as a quality Auditor and quality control and assurance lab technician in different chemical manufacturing industries for over 15 years. In 2016, I taught chemical foundations at the junior college level when I decided...
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...New York University with a degree in Physics and I'm currently pursuing another Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from City College of New York. I love tutoring sciences and math up to the college level, and any other subject through the high school level! I have experience working with all ages up through college, and have worked as a private tutor as well as an adjunct instructor at New York University. I look forward to working...
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...of Science in Physics from the University of North Texas with a music minor. And I would like to pursue a degree in aerospace engineering next. I am also working on getting my private pilot license. I tutor Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, and of course Physics, but on the side I am a piano instructor and I teach music theory. In my spare time I like to illustrate, compose music, and write lyrics, poems, and...
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I am a recent graduate with a M.S. in Physics and a B.S. in Physics and Mathematics. My research involves computational work and I have three years of teaching experience at the university level.
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...Highest Distinction) and Biology (with Distinction), and a Ph.D. in Physiology and Biophysics. My Postdoctoral Fellowship was in Radiation Oncology at the University of California at San Francisco. I then had a 35 career as a Professor and Research Scientist at: Temple University, William Beaumont Hospital and both Wayne State and Oakland University, and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). I taught a wide range of classes to Undergraduate, Graduate and Medical Students...
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I'm an accomplished software engineer that's been in the IT field for about 11 years now. I've studied in a number of college level courses and was a TA and tutor to the student athletes while attending the university.
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...completing my degree from my home in Minnesota! When I graduate, I am hoping to go on to obtain a master's in education and become a licensed teacher. I want to see a world of educational equity and I think tutoring is a great way to get there. I believe it is important to get to know every student, their learning style, and what they need from a tutor before beginning the actual tutoring so...
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I graduated magma cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a focus in Earth and Space Science. I am an outdoors person; I enjoy being outside and observing the surrounding world. In this way I am a classic "natural philosopher" variant of scientist. I like earth science, environmental science, ecology, geology, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, and cosmology. I am your go-to tutor for anything involving nature on a macro scale.
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...working on getting a job in Data Analytics or IT. I have experience in grading physics labs and helping students understand the ways they should try thinking about experiments. I tutor multiple subjects including (Astro)Physics, Algebra, Pre-Calc, and Computer Science. I do these at high school and college level (CS only at HS level). People are all different in the way they approach problems, and sometimes, they will need assistance by using different approaches as...
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...University of Notre Dame, graduating with a 1st (4.0) in my Masters overall. I always want to get to know my students and to make learning all about incredible fun and challenge of it. To use this to understand concepts and reasons WHY, then anything can be learnt! The deep foundations of the maths in physics cover most of the main areas and is very algebra intensive. I have researched Nuclear Astrophysics, Quantum Computing, Machine...
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...my last three years of college I worked in the library learning district as a math and physics tutor. from Trigonometry to Calculus 2, as well as Physics 1 and 2. Library tutors have had extensive group tutoring experience, as well as online tutoring experience. Apart from that, I also worked for a new program put on by the education department, called a "Learning Assistant". As a Learning Assistant, I was assigned to a Calculus...
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...well as a Teaching Certificate in Integrated Sciences. I've been tutoring since I was in high school and my goal is to be able to become a teacher. I really enjoy science and helping others, and tutoring is a great way for me to be able to mix two things I love doing! I'm qualified to tutor pretty much any science class! I believe that every student can learn with a teacher that is passionate...
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I am an extremely passionate learner, and I strive to share my infectiously positive attitude towards learning with all of my students. I have an undergraduate degree in physics from Dartmouth College, and a graduate degree in law from Harvard Law School.
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Astrophysicists tend to study the nature and properties of astronomical objects such as planets, galaxies, stars, black holes, and pulsars, making the subject both broad and central to our understanding of the universe. The field of astrophysics examines these bodies' emissions throughout the entire electromagnetic spectrum. The subject itself can be broken down into categories based on parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, such as radio astronomy, ultraviolet astronomy, and infrared astronomy. Astrophysicists are involved in cutting-edge research designed to investigate phenomena like dark matter, the cosmic microwave background, galaxy formation, and extrasolar planetary systems.
The roots of astrophysics began around the 17th century. Natural philosophers such as Galileo, Isaac Newton, and René Descartes concluded that earthly and celestial regions were comprised of similar materials and therefore were subject to the same natural laws. Their theory was difficult to prove at the time because the materials to prove their theory hadn't been invented yet. The research of the connection between astronomy and physics emerged about a century later. Joseph von Fraunhofer and William Hyde Wollaston discovered that many dark lines could be viewed in the solar spectrum when light decomposed from the sun. In 1860, physicist Gustav Kirchhoff found out the dark lines are the result of absorption by chemical elements in the solar atmosphere. This proved that the chemical elements in the stars and sun were also present on Earth.
There are many skills that an astrophysics student must possess in order to be successful. Students must be skilled at both science and mathematics, and they need to be able to observe, research, and apply astronomical knowledge in a laboratory environment. Observation includes ground-based and space-based platforms, and students must be comfortable with using a diverse array of telescopes that span the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Observational technology is also rapidly advancing, so students need to be adroit at adopting new equipment and techniques. In addition to research and observation skills, theoretical astrophysicists must possess a thorough understanding of mathematics. Calculus and linear algebra are essential to creating and interpreting theoretical models of the universe, and a mere cursory understanding of either area is insufficient for those who wish to pursue careers in astrophysics.
If you are a graduate or undergraduate student who is struggling with your astrophysics coursework, Varsity Tutors can help. Perhaps you are a physical sciences student with an interest in astronomy, but have difficulties with calculus. Alternatively, maybe you are an exceptional mathematics student who is looking to apply your skills to the astronomical sciences, but are not comfortable in a lab environment. Varsity Tutors can help connect you with an astrophysics tutor who can help students coming from any sorts of academic backgrounds, building off of the concepts that you know to develop your comprehension of those that you do not. One-on-one astrophysics tutoring is available nationwide to help you fulfill your career aspirations. Your astrophysics tutoring can incorporate as much calculus, physics, and astronomy as you need each session can be tailored to your strengths and weaknesses. Tutoring sessions can take place when you need them to, adapting to conveniently fit your schedule. You can have in person tutoring at your school's library, in your dorm room, or at your favorite coffee shop. Do you prefer face-to-face online tutoring? Tutors can assist you via webcam, as well. Tutors can work with your academic timeline as well so that you can prepare for exams and projects in a timely fashion. If you find yourself struggling with any aspect of your astrophysics education, don't lose your competitive edge. Call Varsity Tutors to get help connecting with a one-on-one astrophysics tutor anywhere in the country today.
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Recent Astrophysics Tutoring Session Notes
Today we continued studying for the assessment test, focusing especially on the grammar and punctuation part of it. She is really rusty on her comma rules and semicolon usage, so we spent a lot of time really making sure those rules were drilled into her head.
We finished her packet over ecology. We went over the predator vs prey relationship. When we finished with that we started on her assessment test review packet for math, got one page done, and started on the next. She is doing very well with both subjects!
Today we covered evolution in chapter 17. We discussed topics he was having trouble with, such as types of selection, and reviewed graphs together. He seemed to have a good understanding of material towards the end of the session.
The student needed help to cover various ecology topics, including adaptive radiation, coevolution, convergent evolution, theories on speciation, genetic drift, mutation, and the definition of evolution as a change in allele frequencies.
The student and I reviewed in advance of a quiz that she has tomorrow. We went through the digestive system and what happens after you eat a meal. We also reviewed the skeletal and muscular systems that we did last week.
Reviewed osmoregulation and the renal system. Discussed hormonal regulation (Aldosterone and ADH) and drew/discussed a diagram of the nephron which I believe was helpful to consolidate all of the information.
