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Thank you for helping me with the parent functions and teaching me logarithms for the first time. You broke down a huge topic into smaller manageable work, so that it was easier for me. You are a great tutor, and best of luck for your future tutoring journey!
Learner · 6 days ago
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The session successfully laid the procedural foundation for calculating volume for cones and cylinders. Avinash, you started by correctly presenting the cone volume formula V = 1/3(pi r^2 h) and then conceptually broke down the pi r^2 component by first reviewing the area of a circle. You then linked the 2D area (units squared) to 3D volume (units cubed) by discussing length, area, and volume, which was a strong conceptual move. You correctly established the volume formula for a cylinder and drew a clear parallel, noting it is the same as a cone's volume but without the 1/3 multiplier. The final concepts introduced, which was rectangular prisms and pyramids, were quickly reviewed and compared as you stated that a pyramid's volume is a rectangular prism's volume divided by three. I liked how you summarized the core distinction between prisms/cylinders and pyramids/cones.
Tutor · 13 days ago
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Thank you so much for this amazing session, really helpful and the explanations were clear and effective! ! I would love to join next time.
Learner · 1 mo. ago
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You created a positive and patient atmosphere, which was essential for a student expressing fundamental confusion (I just don't understand how it, like, works). Avinash, you handled the student's errors (like confusing pi with a variable to be multiplied immediately, or making a mistake in fraction multiplication) with patience and clear correction. A key strength of your session was your emphasis on notation and simplification, specifically teaching the student that final volume answers can be left in terms of pi to maintain accuracy and showing how to simplify factors like the 1/3 before multiplying larger numbers. This focus on mathematical convention and efficient calculation provided transferable skills beyond the specific geometry formulas. The session ended very well, as you were acknowledging the time constraint and focusing on the most critical takeaway: memorizing the formulas for the next time.
Tutor · 13 days ago
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You did very well in the tutoring session, showing preparation and attention to detail! Your use of a whiteboard was particularly effective, helping visualize the volumes and areas of the three-dimensional shapes. Notably, you illustrated the areas of circles when Kylee mentioned that she had no previous knowledge on the concept, clarifying how the dimensions of the shape interact. These skills are crucial as a tutor, especially when laying the foundation right at the beginning, and you did a great job with this! When explaining the area of circles, you broke it down using step-by-step reasoning, ensuring complete understanding. Your patient approach encouraged critical thinking, particularly when you asked Kylee insightful questions that prompted deeper exploration of the formulas. Your clear, tailored explanations made the material engaging and relevant to the Kylee’s needs and original inquiries.
Tutor · 14 days ago
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