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Author: Sean Alexander

COMMAND PILOT, OWNER Sean has been a professional educator for 15 years and has taught math, physics, and astronomy at all levels.  His experience ranges from working at a high school for severe learning differences to teaching advanced physics at Stanford.  After completing his graduate work in theoretical physics Sean founded Alexander Tutoring, with the mission of revealing the deep connections between math and nature to as many students as possible. 

8 Expert Math Strategies for Struggling Students

The good news is that your child can improve their math performance. Research from Norway has shown that the neural connections you need to be good at math are not innate. Rather, they’re developed through practice. The Importance of Understanding Every Student Learns Differently If you have more than one child, you’ve probably discovered that what…

8 Best Memorization Techniques Every Student Should Use

Memorization strategies help you study for tests more efficiently and improve academic performance. They also make it easier to remember other types of information, like emergency phone numbers and your grandma’s birthday. We’ve compiled a list of the best memorization techniques for studying to help you ace your next exam. What Is a Memorization Technique? A memorization…

6 ACT Science Tips For Success

What Does the ACT Science Test Consist of? The ACT Science test consists of 40 questions relating to biology, earth or space sciences, and physical sciences that must be completed in 35 minutes. You’ll receive a score for the overall section and three reporting category scores, including: Interpretation of Data Scientific Investigation Evaluation of Models, Inferences,…

Student Stress Levels: 6 Signs You Should Look Out For

Stress from school has many adverse effects on students’ mental well-being and physical health. Yet it can be difficult to tell the difference between normal feelings of anxiety and abnormal stress levels. Read on to discover symptoms of stress you should watch out for and learn how to relieve stress from school. Common Sources of…

What Makes a Successful Student?

How To Define Success in School What is a successful student? Some people assume that top learners always have high IQs or spend endless hours studying. Despite these stereotypes, all types of students can excel academically. Typically, successful learners share these characteristics: Conscientious. Studies reveal that conscientiousness is the number one predictor of student success.…