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Michelle
- Rate $46
- Response 1h
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Students27
Number of students Michelle has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Michelle has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$46/hr
1st lesson free
- English
- Reading
- Redaction
- Test prep
Experienced professor with a PhD in Education offering an 8-module study skills program to help you excel in higher education.
- English
- Reading
- Redaction
- Test prep
Lesson location
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About Michelle
When I started university, I was completely unprepared to handle the workload, write decent papers or do well on exams. In my second year, I developed an interest in study skills and started conducting research on how to retain information, how tests are constructed, how to put forward a strong argument in a paper. I went on to do a Master's in Educational Technology and designed courses ranging from critical thinking skills to writing skills to facilitation skills. After being away from university for 20 years, I decided to do a PhD in Education and had to re-learn how to study in a virtual world. I completed my PhD in 2019 and I have been an adjunct professor for Concordia University since 2016. To me, the best part of my job as a teacher has always been working one-on-one with students to help overcome their barriers to success in university and to help them recognize their own unlimited potential. (Note that hourly rate includes HST.)
About the lesson
- NCEA Level 1
- Adult education
- Masters
levels :
NCEA Level 1
Adult education
Masters
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
As an ESL teacher for 7 years and as an adjunct professor for 8 years, I found that the reason so many students don’t do well in higher education is that they don’t have the basic academic study skills. Throughout my Masters Degree and PhD, I completed many courses on how people learn. I’ve applied this and designed an 8-module program to teach students how to develop good time management, reading and writing skills. This course works best alongside your studies so I can help you apply the skills while you write that paper or study for that midterm. You can choose which modules you'd would like to cover or you can send your draft papers to me and I'll offer detailed feedback. You decide what you need and I’ll tailor the sessions to your needs. Each module develops a specific skill which is followed by a practice exercise. I'll then provide feedback. The course covers the study skills needed for both live and virtual learning.
Modules include:
1. Time Management
2. Managing your Textbook and Retaining Information
3. Concept Mapping
4. Active Learning and Note-Taking
5. Writing Exams
6. Writing Papers – Part 1
7. Writing Papers – Part 2
8. The Basics: Conducting Research
Reviews
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Perfect! Very welcoming and encouraging, with lots of experience and insight to share
Perfect! Michelle is a very supportive and inspiring tutor. From the beginning, she took the time to understand my strengths and used them to help me grow. Her way of teaching is clear, organized, and easy to follow. She always motivates me and gives me confidence in every part of my learning. Michelle creates a safe and respectful space where I feel comfortable to share my ideas and ask questions. Her feedback is always helpful and kind, and it pushes me to do better. I’m really thankful for her support and guidance.
Thank you so much for everything!
RajPerfect! There is consistency and care in Dr. Michelle's support. Dr. Michelle is super legitimate, she has real credentials, she is not only a highly educated doctor, she is also super passionate and very professional in her teachings. She is up to date with current studies. She had helped me foster educational skills which are useful for my advancement in writing and critical thinking. Dr. Michelle is very kind and dedicated in helping students. As a student, I have taken at least over 10 classes with Dr. Michelle. It is worth a shot!
Perfect! Michelle is very kind and patient. She really cares about your well-being as a student and keeps you accountable for your tasks and tests. Highly recommended!
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Recommendations
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Michelle was my mentor when I first joined the organization that I'm working for right now. It's without reservation that I recommend her to everyone on this platform. She has always exhibited strong communication skills, which were evident in her clear explanations to me. Her approachable nature encouraged me to ask her questions without hesitation. She was knowledgeable and patient, ensuring that everyone felt valued and understood. Michelle's commitment to me and her colleagues was evident in the progress made under her guidance.
I am a teacher in adult education and Michelle taught me a graduate-level instructional design class. She was a fantastic teacher! With years of experience designing learning programs for real-world situations, she has many teaching strategies to draw from that quickly help the student connect with the learning goal. She breaks down concepts clearly and is patient and supportive of struggling students, giving them constructive feedback that helps them learn. She has lots of experience with teaching and learning situations and believes in the importance of connecting with the student to create a healthy learning environment. I would highly recommend her as a tutor because she truly cares about helping the student achieve their learning goal!
Michelle taught one of my graduate-level core classes and was one of the best instructors I have ever had. She spent years designing learning programs for people from different backgrounds, and it showed in how she organized the learning environment so each student felt like they could succeed. She clearly and patiently explained concepts I was struggling with and always offered great feedback that helped my academic writing skills. There were many teachers in the class and we were amazed at her ability to accompany each student through the challenging material. She puts the student at the centre of the learning! I would highly recommend her as a tutor because she is great at helping a student find a way that works for them.
I first had the pleasure to meet Michelle Savard at the beginning of my second year at Concordia
University in 2014. I was looking for a research laboratory that would reflect my interests in
societal dilemmas. I had the privilege to be Mrs. Savard’s research assistant for four years (2014-2018). During
these years, I came to admire her not only as a researcher, but also as a mentor. As a mentor, Michelle Savard’s most important qualities are her patience, her humanity, and her
never lasting passion to help and teach others. I greatly appreciated the balance between letting
her research assistants evolve into becoming their own student/researcher/human and supporting
us every step of the way. To this day, Michelle remains a pillar of support and someone who I can always rely on for guidance through my professional and academic journey.
- Laurie PoirierI had the privilege to know Michelle through one of the renowned career mentoring program in Canada (Ph.D. Career Connect) held by Concordia University in Montreal. Michelle was the leading program manager, coach, and mentor to over 60 Ph.D. graduates and Postdoctoral fellows. Her dedication, support, patience, and encouragements to the mentees are exceptional. Her wealth of experience in both academic tutoring and career development is truly impressive, and she effortlessly tailors her approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual. Having experienced Michelle's mentorship firsthand, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a coach and mentor. Her expertise, genuine care for her mentees, and track record of success make her an invaluable asset in guiding professional growth and achievement.
Michelle is a very effective teacher whose skills at organizing both long and short-term education plans are unparalleled. I had the pleasure of attending a series of workshops she organized in 2023 and they were expertly organized and very professionally run, and Michelle herself was and is a very open communicator whose compassion and empathy for all her students was a major part of not only the success of the program, but also the individual learning of everyone in it.
The one-on-one interactions I had with Michelle were always helpful and warm, her interpersonal skills making every moment easy even when I was learning something difficult. I remain impressed with how organized Michelle is and how well she was able to put together an effective and meaningful curriculum for her students. I recommend Michelle highly as a teacher; anyone would be lucky to learn from her!View more recommendations
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- $46
Pack prices
- 5h: $231
- 10h: $463
online
- $46/h
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The first lesson with Michelle will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
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