Suzanna Bakr
Hands-on ESL & English lessons with interactive approach
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Suzanna Bakr
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Your english tutor - Suzanna
Hello! My name is Suzanna. I am a passionate English tutor with a Bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing. My teaching philosophy prioritizes student-centered learning, ensuring all students are engaged, supported, and challenged. I specialize in ESL, essay writing, OSSLT, and creative writing. Whether you're in school or college, I can help you master English and excel in your exams or projects. Whether it is reading comprehension, essay structure, grammar, spelling, argumentation, and short fiction writing, I am here to help you be the best writer and English student you can be! Let's work together to achieve your language goals!
Meet Suzanna
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Grammar fundamentals
Writing assistance
Homework help
Test prep
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As a versatile tutor offering guidance in ESL, ACT English, and more, my approach is tailored to suit the individual needs of students at all levels. My teaching style is characterized as engaging, creative, and patient, ensuring an interactive and adaptable learning experience. I focus on selecting reading materials and writing assignments that align with the student's interests, utilizing e-books with annotations, interactive grammar tools, and multimedia resources for literature analysis. By emphasizing skill development in writing and analysis, I aim to help students succeed in all of their writing and English needs.
Rated 5 stars for speaking confidence
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85% of students improve their conversational skills quickly.
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English concepts taught by Suzanna
Student and Tutor reviewed Act 4, Scene 7 of Shakespeare's Hamlet, discussing Ophelia's death, Laertes's revenge, and Claudius's manipulative plan. They then delved into Act 5, Scene 1, analyzing the gravedigger scene's themes of death, social order, and Hamlet's contemplation of mortality with Yorick's skull. For homework, the Student is to brainstorm two to three essay topics for an upcoming essay on the play.
Universal Mortality: From Kings to Common Clay
Yorick's Skull: Personal Mortality & The Weight of Memory
Hamlet's Encounter with the Gravedigger: Wit & Social Order
The Gravedigger's Philosophy & Cynical Wit
Claudius's Manipulation & The Duel Plot
Ophelia's Off-Screen Death & Laertes's Vengeance
The Student and Tutor reviewed homework on identifying and analyzing poetic devices (imagery, personification, and alliteration) in Act 4, Scene 7 of Shakespeare's *Hamlet*. They then began reading Act 5, Scene 1, discussing themes of mortality, suicide, and social commentary within the gravedigger scene. For the next session, the Student is assigned to complete a close reading of the subsequent pages of Act 5, Scene 1.
Three Steps to Poetic Device Analysis
The Gravedigger Scene: Philosophical Commentary on Mortality and Social Status
Shakespearean Tragedy Conventions
Analyzing Poetic Devices: Imagery
Personification
and Alliteration
The class focused on a detailed analysis of Act 4, Scenes 4, 5, 6, and 7 of Shakespeare's *Hamlet*, including character motivations, plot developments, and key literary themes. Student and Tutor practiced close reading skills and discussed the political and psychological underpinnings of Claudius's manipulations. For homework, the Student will finish reading Act 4, Scene 7 and identify three poetic devices within the text.
Close Reading for Deeper Understanding
Laertes's Shifting Allegiance: From Fury to Pawn
The Art of Deception: Claudius's Manipulation of Laertes
Claudius's Political Maneuvers: Protecting the Crown
Hamlet's Unexpected Return: The Pirate Encounter
The Student and Tutor continued their study of Shakespeare's *Hamlet*, focusing on a close reading and analysis of Act 4, Scenes 3, 4, and 5. Discussions centered on character motivations, plot developments, and key literary themes present in the text. For homework, the Student was assigned to identify two to three poetic techniques or motifs within the covered scenes for discussion in the next session.
Hamlet's Renewed Resolve
Fortinbras as a Foil
Ophelia's Descent into Madness
Laertes' Incensed Revenge
Claudius's Political Acumen
"Battalion of Sorrows"
The Student and Tutor engaged in a thorough literary analysis of Act 4, Scenes 1, 2, and 3 of Hamlet. They explored character motivations, plot developments, and complex literary devices such as metaphors and symbolism within the text. For follow-up, the Student was assigned to review Act 4, Scene 4 in preparation for their next session.
Theme of Death as the Great Equalizer
Metaphorical Language and Hamlet's Wit
Claudius's Political Acumen & Deception
Gertrude's Ambiguous Loyalty
Hamlet's Shifting Psychological State
The Student and Tutor worked on refining an essay's point, proof, and comment structure based on Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' monologue, focusing on specificity and direct textual analysis. They discussed Hamlet's emotional state, the play's metaphors, and essay editing techniques. For homework, the Student is to read Act 4, Scene 2 of *Hamlet* and prepare questions, with a quick review of the Denmark-Norway political situation.
Crafting Specificity & Clarity in Literary Analysis
Distinguishing Metaphor from Comparison
Integrating Quotes into Analytical Paragraphs (Point-Proof-Comment/ACE)
Analyzing Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' Monologue (Act 3
Scene 1)
Hamlet's Political Landscape: The Fortinbras Revenge Plot
Effective Editing and Rewriting Strategies
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Reviews and Ratings for Suzanna
Gregory Holder
Avondale, Chicago
over 1 year ago
Bakr comes with my full recommendation for anyone searching for an outstanding English instructor. Her proficiency in language studies, alongside her steadfast support of her pupils' educational paths, sets her apart. Under her tutelage, students are certain to be well-prepared for scholastic accomplishment.
Isaiah Rangel
New York City, New York
over 1 year ago
Bakr is truly a gem of a tutor. She preapred a variety of custom made study material and assigns various quizzes and tasks that also increase my confidence making me beleive I too can improve my english that too very quickly. I am always looking forward for her class and making improvements in my english.
Cecilia Andrade
Panorama City, LA
over 1 year ago
Highly recommended! Bakr played a key role in deepening my understanding of English and greatly improved my ability to communicate with confidence. Her guidance was a game-changer, helping me land a role at an international company where I now use English as part of my everyday work.
Destiny Sheppard
Laramie, Wyoming
over 1 year ago
During my language certification process, Bakr was of great help to me! She patiently dealt with all my questions and guided me through the areas I needed improvement in specially my writing skills. She's really an amazing tutor and a very kind soul!
Raul Mclean
Great Kills, Staten Island
over 2 years ago
Bakr took time to understand what I needed and how I need to be taught so that the concepts and fundamentals of English don't become a burden to me. I really want to take time and appreciate her for the efforts she took in my learning journey.
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