Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...9 months, I was able to re-take the exam and score a 517 on the new MCAT (96th percentile). I know what it takes to do well on the exam, and I am confident that I can help many other students face this hurdle to becoming a doctor. As a peer tutor for three years in biology, general/organic chemistry, and physics during my college career, I have extensive experiencing helping others through these subjects, and...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...a recent graduate of Rice University where I was a pre-med student studying Public Health and Anthropology. I'm passionate about working with students, and I was active in TA and mentorship roles during my time in school. While standardized test prep can be intimidating or tedious, I strive to make sessions fun while tailoring my approach to the needs of the student. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking and keeping up with the latest...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...learner? Auditory? Let's start with that and consider what works from there. Knowing how you learn, while also being open to new approaches, can make science great fun to learn! One of the great things about science, in fact, is that there are a hundred different resources that will teach you the same material a hundred different ways. Knowing what works best for you, and why, will make mastering material painless and even fun. Outside...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...program and completed some AP classes as well. My career plans are to go to medical school and become a physician. I have scored A's in all my classes, so I hope to help you score well in your classes as well! I mainly specialize in tutoring any type of Biology, Chemistry, Human Physiology, or Spanish course. I also tutor for standardized tests, such as the SAT and the MCAT. I recently took the MCAT...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...thank you for visiting my tutor profile! I'm a 3rd year MD student pursuing specialization in Neurology and Psychiatry. Our work together can include evidence-based study techniques, test taking techniques, habit formation, scheduling and study strategy, and a broadly biopsychosocial approach to a student's success. We can use the exam as the keystone and build with the fundamentals of learning, test taking, and wellbeing. I look forward to teaching subject matter and helping you approach...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...and the remainder of the healthcare team about patients, medical conditions, journal articles, etc. Teaching and informing these individuals, who all had differing levels of education, at the same time was tricky, but I found that I was able to tailor my teaching to the entire audience, so as to ensure that everyone understood what was being discussed. This is both my teaching philosophy and tutoring style. No one teaching style works best for everyone,...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...high school students through Centro Hispano and junior high students through Mentoring Positives in Madison, Wisconsin. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about biology, chemistry, and math, as well as the MCAT exam. I place a high emphasis on content comprehension in preparation for standardized tests, as well as in other coursework. I also enjoy teaching Spanish, in which I am proficient. I lived in Seville, Spain during the...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...about. I have tutored mandarin and violin before during my high school years. My teaching philosophy involves understanding overlying concepts into detail which allow for successful application. In my free time you will most likely find me playing basketball at the local gym, practicing violin in my garage, or making some music for YouTube. Overall, I am benign yet strict tutor who looks to assist my students to the best of my ability.... The session would...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...University. My love for mathematics eventually led to virtual tutoring through Florida Virtual School where I tutored over 150 hours in Pre-Calculus, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Chemistry. I love to teach because it lets me share my enthusiasm for mathematics and science with other students and helps me get a deeper understanding of material that is useful for my higher level mathematics and physics courses. As a tutor, I break down complicated problems...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...the course of my undergraduate career, I served as a teaching assistant for Cell & Molecular Biology and both undergraduate and graduate versions of Introduction to MATLAB. I also have experience volunteering as a tutor from elementary to high school levels. In addition to teaching, I have personal experience with the ACT, SAT, AP, IB, and MCAT exams. I would like to now use my teaching experience to help local students in the subjects I...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...the classroom, I have conducted research in the University's biochemistry department for several years and led a local boy's club. I was also the workout coordinator (a hybrid of coach and captain) for the club cross-country and track teams during my last year. As a tutor, I love working with individual students and watching their improvement over time. In Charlottesville, VA I worked primarily with a single student for three years. During this time, we...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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What's up! I am a recent graduate of WashU with a major in Biology with plans of applying to medical school. I am an expert in mathematics and the natural sciences, and love helping students discover these subjects. I am cool, down to earth, and funny, and enjoy making connections with students.
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I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners!
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...medical student with plans to pursue Ob/Gyn after graduation in 2022! For me, tutoring is one of the most rewarding opportunities! I love connecting with students and empowering them to get to where they want to be academically. My students have ranged in age from as young as 6 years old to college-aged. I've been tutoring individually for over 8 years now, and I specialize in helping students with chemistry, biology, math, and test-prep.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...in a tutoring style that prioritizes establishing a sound conceptual foundation that a student can later extend into more advanced content and novel applications. I also believe that challenging students to think beyond the content presented is crucial for the development of critical thinking skills and curiosity. Beyond all else, however, I believe that one learns best when he or she finds meaning in the material that extends beyond textbooks or assessments. I hope I...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...number of private clients in subjects such as physiology, Biology, and MCAT prep. I was lucky to learn how to make learning about biology, chemistry, and physics a little more engaging than just memorizing a text book. I'd love to share my passion for science and success with you! I taught undergraduate biology courses at Boston University. In addition, I was a teaching assistant for biology and organic chemistry during my undergraduate career at Elon...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...subjects as I progressed through the various classes that my major required. With the tutoring experience I have gained over these years, I have developed a very unique approach to simplifying scientific subjects for my students, helping to break down complex topics and make them more approachable, ultimately allowing for my students' better understanding of the basic concepts, and for better performance on exams. I have experience in tutoring all math, science, and pre-med subjects...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...to play rugby throughout college and graduate school. I attended Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania where I received my Bachelor's of Science degree in the Health Sciences major. Additionally, I have since received my Master's degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. I specialize in science and math, particularly biology and physiology. I am also very familiar with the MCAT. I am a nice and easy going person. I hope I can help you achieve...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...an afterschool and weekend math and science tutor for high schoolers through a federally funded Educational Talent Search program and have tutored students ranging from middle school through university since then. I have also been a department tutor for the chemistry department at UAA aw well as a private tutor in math, biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry. When I am not working or studying, I enjoy reading, practicing Tai Chi, and playing with my...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...University Medical Center, and would love to talk about my research if you are interested. My dream job is to be a maternal-fetal medicine specialist/OBGYN. I love math, science, and writing, and I am excited to help you with your academic needs! In my free time, I enjoy baking, cooking, exercising, and spending time with my friends. If you are interested in learning more about the pre-med track or about research opportunities in college, I...
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The Biological Sciences section of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is an extremely important portion of the exam. Admissions committees place tremendous weight on this section, as it directly reflects an applicant's knowledge of the material most relevant to the study of medicine. Preparing for this portion of the test often requires a significant time commitment and a structured approach to ensure that every topic is covered in sufficient detail. MCAT Biological Sciences tutoring serves to not only help students craft an overall study strategy, but also to work through review materials, cover challenging topics, and review practice questions and exams.
Each MCAT Biological Sciences tutor has scored exceptionally well on this section of the MCAT, and many are outstanding students at the nation's leading medical schools. The scope of the MCAT Biological Sciences section covers the entire spectrum of the field of life sciences and organic study. MCAT tutors are knowledgeable in all aspects of introductory biology and organic chemistry, and can dictate the depth to which your lessons cover relevant material, helping you avoid the pitfall of studying the wrong concepts in too much detail. Your tutor has helped students with topics like molecular biology, metabolism, DNA and protein synthesis, microbiology, genetics, cellular biology, physiology, and evolution.
Aside from biology content, your tutor is also available to aid you in reviewing the many challenging organic chemistry subjects covered on this section of the MCAT, such as stereochemistry, covalent bonds, spectroscopy, molecular structure, reactions with all major organic compound classes, and the basic biochemistry of macromolecules. No matter what area you struggle with, your MCAT Biological Sciences tutor can help. Not only do these tutors bring extraordinary depth and breadth of knowledge to their lessons, they have demonstrated apt communication skills when discussing complex topics. They can cover any topics, and account for your pace and learning style, enabling you to fill any gaps in understanding and more adequately prepare in advance of the exam.
In addition, tutors are flexible in scheduling meetings with you whenever and wherever works best for you. Work together at home or in a library; face-to-face online sessions can supplement your efforts if your scheduling is complex. Furthermore, meetings can take place as frequently as you need, allowing increased review if you feel nervous or unprepared as the test date grows near. This is a much more adaptable approach than a classroom-based preparatory program, which has to cover a set syllabus for a large number of people within a specific amount of time. If you start with your tutor well in advance, there will be plenty of time to go over the material you are least familiar with. Your tutor can also assess your abilities from the beginning, and will track your progress to fine-tune the lessons along the way. They'll quickly see how you are doing by assessing the results of practice exercises, assignments, and homework. Your MCAT Biological Sciences tutor is a skilled instructor with experience in both taking the test and in teaching it.
The Biological Sciences section, or more specifically, Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems, consists of 59 multiple-choice questions. You are given 95 minutes to answer all of these. Knowing all of your facts about organic and inorganic chemistry, basic biology, and biochemistry, therefore, is extremely important. Preparing for this section requires special attention because of the technical nature of the material, in contrast to the Chemical and Physical Foundations, Behavioral, and Critical Analysis and Reasoning sections of the MCAT. Contact one of 51Թ' educational directors today to learn more about how connecting with a private MCAT Biological Sciences tutor can help you fully prepare for this important section of the exam.
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Recent MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutoring Session Notes
We began the session with questions the student had come across in her studying about enzyme kinetics. After she felt that she understood, we worked through practice biological passages for the rest of the session.
Today we went through some passages in the biology section of MCAT 11, we looked at the physical sciences section of that test last week. Of the problems we went through (about 29) she only got 9 wrong (compared to the 19 that she originally got wrong when she took this test last summer). I gave her very minimal guidance on this and we were thrilled with her results. Also, she is taking another practice test on her own. She has only finished the physical sciences section but scored 1 point better on it! It is the first time she has gotten that high in physical sciences. Very happy!
We reviewed the different types of isomers in organic chemistry, and then we were planning on going over some physics, but there was a mix-up and the student had already covered the physics material, we were meant to go over.
This session we reviewed the basics of organic chemistry: nomenclature, lab techniques, bonding, etc. We also began to review the important reactions for specific subsets of molecules. Today we looked at alkanes and alkenes. Tomorrow we will continue to review important reactions and spectra analysis of organic compounds.
We reviewed some of the practice biological sciences passages in her textbook and reviewed some content for cellular metabolism as well. The student is going to get a content review book to couple with practice problems for preparation.
We discussed enzyme kinetics and a few weak points in biology, including evolution. We also mentioned gene therapy and the nervous system. Later in the session, we went over a few aspects of mechanics, notably torque and collisions. The science continues to go well - the student has recorded a number of practice tests in which she received scores that are within the bounds she's trying to reach. The verbal section is the remaining sticking point.
