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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
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University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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9+ years
Sami
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.
Duke University
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
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University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
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9+ years
Annie
I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, MD
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Tony
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, Engl...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology
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Students often find it challenging to distinguish between correlation and causation when analyzing historical events or social phenomena—a critical skill for AP-level courses like AP Government and AP Psychology. Many also struggle with understanding complex theoretical frameworks (like social contract theory, behaviorism, or institutional analysis) and applying them to real-world scenarios rather than just memorizing definitions. Additionally, students frequently underestimate the rigor of evidence-based argumentation required in research papers and policy analysis essays, where they need to support claims with empirical data and acknowledge counterarguments.
A tutor can break down how experimental design works—including control groups, variables, and potential biases—so you can critically read empirical studies rather than just accepting findings at face value. They can guide you through analyzing surveys and case studies to understand their strengths and limitations, and help you recognize when conclusions overreach the data. This skill is especially valuable in AP Psychology and AP Government, where understanding methodology directly impacts how you evaluate arguments and construct evidence-based responses on exams and essays.
The key is moving from summary to analysis: instead of just presenting what a theorist said or what data shows, you need to explain why it matters and how it supports your argument. A tutor can help you structure essays so that each piece of evidence directly addresses your thesis, anticipate counterarguments, and distinguish between anecdotal examples and statistically significant findings. They can also teach you to evaluate source credibility and bias—essential skills for research papers where you're expected to synthesize multiple perspectives and defend your interpretation.
AP courses (like AP Government, AP Psychology, and AP U.S. History) require deeper conceptual understanding and the ability to apply theories to novel scenarios rather than just recall facts. You'll need to analyze primary and secondary sources for bias and perspective, construct nuanced arguments about causation in complex systems, and demonstrate understanding of research limitations. The exam format also demands speed and precision—you'll write timed essays analyzing documents or scenarios where surface-level knowledge won't earn top scores. A tutor familiar with AP expectations can help you develop the critical thinking habits and analytical frameworks needed to excel.
Understanding means you can define a theory (like social contract theory or operant conditioning); applying means you can explain how it illuminates a real situation—why a policy works the way it does, how an institution shapes behavior, or what a historical event reveals about human nature. Many students memorize theories but freeze when asked to connect them to unfamiliar contexts. A tutor can teach you to ask analytical questions: What does this theory predict? What evidence supports or challenges it? How does it explain this specific case? This practice builds the flexible thinking needed for essays, AP exams, and classroom discussions.
Critical thinking in social studies means recognizing that all sources—whether historical documents, news articles, or research studies—reflect the perspective, methods, and limitations of their creators. A tutor can help you ask systematic questions: Who created this source and why? What evidence is presented, and what's omitted? What assumptions underlie the argument? Are correlations being mistaken for causation? This skill is crucial for evaluating everything from primary historical documents to contemporary policy debates and psychological research claims. Developing this habit transforms you from a passive consumer of information to an analytical reader who can construct stronger, more defensible arguments.
Look for a tutor with deep knowledge of your specific course content (U.S. History, Government, Psychology, Economics, etc.) and ideally experience with AP-level material if that's your trajectory. Beyond subject expertise, they should understand how to teach analytical skills—how to guide you through reading empirical studies, constructing evidence-based arguments, and applying theories to novel scenarios. Experience helping students improve essay writing and exam performance is valuable, as is familiarity with common misconceptions (like confusing correlation with causation) and how to address them. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who combine content mastery with the ability to develop your critical thinking skills.
A tutor can help you move beyond summary by teaching you to develop a clear thesis that makes an argument (not just a topic), find and evaluate sources critically for credibility and bias, and structure your paper so evidence directly supports your claims. They can also help you recognize when you're relying on anecdotes instead of data, anticipate counterarguments, and revise for clarity and analytical depth. Whether your paper analyzes a historical event, evaluates a policy, or examines a psychological phenomenon, a tutor familiar with social studies writing standards can help you produce work that demonstrates genuine understanding rather than just information gathering.
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