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- History
- General knowledge
Former university instructor with 15+ years teaching experience in US History, World Civilization, and Western Civilization. Lessons available in these areas, and APUSH exam writing.
- History
- General knowledge
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About Mark
Hello! I'm delighted you're considering me as your tutor. I am a former university instructor with over 15 years of dedicated teaching experience in higher education. My background is not just in covering historical content, but in teaching students how to think, analyze, and write like scholars. My career has been spent exclusively in academia, giving me deep expertise in:
1. U.S. History, Western Civilization, and World Civilization (covering primary periods for AP and college survey courses).
2. The demands of university writing (source analysis, thesis development, and long-form argumentation).
3. AP standards and the specific requirements for success on AP History exams (LEQ, DBQ, and SAQ).
I understand that hiring a tutor is an investment in your, and your child's, future. My commitment to you is to provide a structured, personalized, and professional learning environment. I specialize in taking students beyond rote memorization, helping them build the critical thinking and analytical skills that are essential for A-level grades and success in future college coursework.
My teaching is always tailored to your specific assignment, exam, or learning style. Our focus is efficiency and clear progress. I bring a genuine enthusiasm for history to every session. My goal is to transform the subject from a challenging requirement into a valuable and fascinating foundation for transferable, real-world skills. I look forward to discussing your academic goals and charting a path to your success!
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About the lesson
- NCEA Level 1
- NCEA Level 2
- NCEA Level 3
- +2
levels :
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Adult education
High School
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Unlock History and Master Essential Skills with a University Instructor!
Are you struggling to connect the dots in history or need to master the analytical skills required for advanced coursework and professional life? As a former university instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience, I specialize in helping students move beyond memorization to truly understand the past and excel in critical thinking.
My approach moves beyond rote memorization. My teaching method is rooted in the university classroom, focusing on critical analysis and deep understanding rather than just dates and names. I believe history is a framework for developing essential, real-world skills.
I use a Socratic questioning approach to encourage students to lead the discovery process. Together, we will employ primary source analysis (just like in AP and college courses) to understand historical context and motivations. For essay writing, I teach a structured approach for developing the clear, evidence-based, arguments required of the APUSH Long Essay and Document Based Questions, as well as college level history writing assignments.
My extensive background in higher education means I know exactly what college and university professors expect. I don't just teach the subject; I teach the academic habits necessary to succeed in college and beyond. I am an expert at making history concepts accessible, relevant, and engaging.
My lessons are perfect for any student seeking a competitive edge, from high school, to college, and beyond. Examples include:
1. High School Students preparing for AP US History, AP European History, and AP World History exams. All content is taught to align with AP standards and rubrics.
2. College Students in introductory courses like US History, World Civilization, and Western Civilization who need help with course concepts, research, or writing term papers.
3. Any Learner who wants to master Critical Thinking, Source Analysis, and Persuasive Essay Writing. These are crucial and transferable skills adaptable to any career path, including law, journalism, business, and communications.
Ready to turn history into your greatest asset? Let's connect and schedule your first lesson!
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- $34
Pack prices
- 5h: $136
- 10h: $272
travel fee
- + $5
free lessons
The first lesson with Mark will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $34/h
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