I am Chelsea from Colonel Light Gardens. I am a mathematics tutor.

What does mathematics mean to me

To start with, allow me tell you about my view of mathematics due to the fact that this is actually the bottom of my teaching theory. To me, mathematics is an art, similar to painting or music. The musician uses pitch, overtone and volume, as well as cultivates connections amongst all of them to develop structure. The maths wizard uses concepts and interpretations as well as develops interdependences amongst them to create structure. The medium are actually different, yet the procedure coincides.

Prior to training, there is actually a procedure that I have to undergo. I study the material, inquiring myself until the structure comes to be really clear in my mind. Afterwards, the training flows from the ideas got.

This is actually far even more than merely understanding exactly how factors operate. Even if one possesses a POSTGRADUATE DEGREE in mathematics doesn't indicate that one has gone through the procedure of trigonometry.

I appreciate the appeal and force of mathematics. I really want others to enjoy its own charm and energy. That is why I educate mathematics.

What I think about value systems

Mentor is actually a complex activity. I must always remember that not every student learns similarly I perceive.

I must have enough understanding of the different learning types so as to be actually capable to connect with trainees whose learning types are different from mine. I have to also be delicate to the diversity of social backgrounds.

I need to be truthful and not make believe to be actually someone else. If I am not sure of something, I confess.

I will certainly be a shining example in my behaviour, my actions, my mind, and my values; yet I will definitely never try to impose my value system upon the students. I will value their personal merit systems. However, through exhibiting my value system, I can help them mature their very own value systems.

An expanded horizon

I will certainly seek to cultivate a pleasure of learning in my students. Here, I gave got the tip of just how to implement this by example. The delight of discovering, not merely about mathematics, however additionally concerning whatever subjects their skills make them competent of learning. I will aid the students understand that some points can be actually difficult, that not everything is fun, that they may have to do their best, that grind may play a part; however that the total satisfaction of accomplishment as well as the delight of reaching an increased horizon make it all beneficial.

Last, but certainly not the very least, I have to love my trainees and appreciate them as human beings and as maths trainees. In case I don't care, I should not be a tutor.