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Gabriel Joaquin
- Rate $11
- Response 1h
$11/hr
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1st lesson free
- History
- General knowledge
- Politics
- Moral and civic education
Formerly Ateneo, now UP student teaches Economics, Philosophy, History, Social Sciences, Literature, Filipino, and English using interactive critical discussion
- History
- General knowledge
- Politics
- Moral and civic education
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About Gabriel Joaquin
My name is Gabriel Joaquin, a student at the University of the Philippines Manila with a lifelong passion for the social sciences. My academic track record reflects a relentless commitment to excellence: I graduated as Grade School Valedictorian, maintained consistent honor standing, and earned merit scholarships including an Ateneo Junior High School scholarship (Grades 7–8) and a local government scholarship through senior high school (Grades 8–12).
As an experienced researcher, seasoned competitive debater, and public speaker, I bring structured critical thinking, articulate communication, and academic rigor to every tutoring session. My goal is to translate my love for history, humanities, and analytical writing into actionable, high-scoring skills for my students.
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About the lesson
- Primary
- High School
- NCEA Level 1
levels :
Primary
High School
NCEA Level 1
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
About My Teaching Method & Approach
My name is Gabriel Joaquin, a student at UP Manila. My teaching approach is strictly student-centric—I believe real learning happens through active synthesis, not passive lecture listening.
Instead of dumping facts on you, we start by mapping out what you already know. I then build a clear, logical outline around your existing knowledge, bridging any conceptual gaps and inserting deep historical or theoretical context where needed. My end goal for every session is simple: by the time we finish, you should be able to organize the topic into a structured essay and confidently articulate your own well-reasoned opinion on the subject.
My Typical Lesson Plan goes as follows
Step 1: The Diagnostic Check-In (10 mins) – We open with a guided discussion about the topic to assess your baseline understanding and pinpoint exact confusion areas.
Step 2: Interactive Outlining & Gap-Bridging (15 mins) – We organize the core concepts on a shared visual outline, filling in missing details, key terms, dates, or theories.
Step 3: Conceptual Deep Dive (15 mins) – We explore the "why" and "how" behind the facts (e.g., geopolitical motives, historical cause-and-effect, literary motifs, fun facts).
Step 4: Essay Synthesis & Critical Opinion (20 mins) – You practice converting the lesson outline into a short essay structure, concluding with your own critical argument or evaluation of the topic.
What Sets Me Apart
Political Science & Humanities Discipline: I don't just teach you what happened in history or literature, I teach you how to analyze it critically and write about it academically.
Structure over Memorization: I focus on frameworks and logical outlines so you can retain complex subjects (like Geopolitics, Classics, or History) effortlessly.
Writing-Centric Focus: Every lesson strengthens your ability to formulate strong, cohesive essays which is a skill essential for high school, entrance exams, and university coursework.
Who These Lessons Are For
High School Students (Grades 7–10): Seeking strong foundational help in Philippine History, Civics, English, Filipino, and Social Studies.
Senior High & AP / IB Students: Preparing for Advanced Placement (AP Euro/US/World History, Economics), IB Literature, or high-level humanities essays.
College Entrance Test (CET) Candidates: Students reviewing for the UPCAT, ACET, or DCAT Social Science and Verbal Reasoning subtests.
Undergraduates & Beginners: Anyone needing guidance in essay composition, analytical writing, world history, or basic geopolitics.
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Rates
Rate
- $11
Pack prices
- 5h: $55
- 10h: $109
free lessons
The first lesson with Gabriel Joaquin will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 30mins
online
- $11/h
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