Julianna M

You were highly adaptable and responsive to Mia's needs. When she mentioned a new problem type she wanted to review (quadratic formula), you immediately pivoted to cover it, even though it wasn't in your original plan. You correctly identified her memory gap and helped her recall the correct formula. You also showed great flexibility in your problem-solving approach. When Mia was struggling with a complex algebra problem, you first let her try it on her own. When she got stuck, you didn't just provide the textbook solution. You walked her through the manual method and then introduced an alternative, more efficient method using Desmos, explaining the pros and cons of each approach. This showed that you could adapt to both her problem-solving style and the nature of the Digital SAT.

Tutor · 19 days ago

You were well-prepared for the session, having a clear plan based on the student's requests to cover arcs/sectors, volume, and when to use Desmos. Your approach was structured and logical, starting with a general overview of each topic before diving into specific formulas and examples. Your knowledge of the material was strong and you were able to explain complex concepts in simple terms. You also correctly identified which formulas are provided on the SAT reference sheet versus those that need to be memorized, which is crucial, high-value information for a student the day before a test. You also showed a deep practical understanding of the test itself by pointing out what types of questions are common (volume questions for cylinders) versus those that are not (pyramid problems, lateral surface area). This strategic insight helps students focus their limited study time on the most important topics.

Tutor · 19 days ago

You did an excellent job of actively engaging Mia throughout the session. You started by congratulating her on her impressive practice test score, which built rapport and started the session on a positive note. You consistently checked for her understanding ("Does that make sense?") and encouraged her to explain her thought process. This was most evident during the algebra problem. Instead of just solving it for her, you asked her to walk through her steps ("What did you do to solve this question?"). When she made a calculation error, you didn't just give her the correct answer; you pinpointed exactly where she went wrong ("I got negative 3, I see, because I..."). This direct, immediate feedback helped her to identify and correct her mistake in real time, solidifying her understanding.

Tutor · 19 days ago

thank you for this session! i love how interractive it was.

Learner · 23 days ago