Lipika Lipika
Practical AP Precalculus lessons with problem solving focus
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Lipika Lipika
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Lipika - About your AP tutor
I completed my Master's degree in Applied Geology. I have been teaching both online and offline for 5+ years, working with students from India and abroad. I was working as an Academic Head for an ed-tech unicorn previously. I teach all science subjects till grade 10 and physics, chemistry & geology till grade 12. I have tutored more than 500 students. I love interacting with students and exposing them to the world of different possibilities. Hence, I take up different curriculum and spread knowledge.
Lipika graduated from The University of Burdwan
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Advanced Placement (AP) Program (USA)
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International Baccalaureate (IB)
Next Generation Science Standards - NGSS (USA)
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Teaching methodology
I prefer teaching on a blank page because I feel there is a scope to take students to a world of possibilities from blank to a vast diversity of knowledge. I use a simple blank page and use different colors for the demarcation of different things. Usually, the structure of the class includes recalling the topics of the previous class, introducing a new topic, solving problems from the topic, and ending the class after completing the topic with a summary of the class. I try correlating everything to the realistic world, and it helps students to understand the topic better. The practical use of the topics is very important, and I try to provide a glimpse of the use of the topic of discussion in practical life as well. I also help my students with their assignments, homework, and test preparation. I always take regular feedback from my students and parents and also give my feedback on the students performance, so that the tutoring sessions are effective for the learner.
Lipika - also teaches
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science
AP Physics 1
AP Physics 2
AP Precalculus
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP concepts taught by Lipika
The Student and Tutor reviewed key concepts in cell biology, including various methods of asexual reproduction (binary fission, budding, fragmentation, sporogenesis), the stages of mitosis, and the distinct phases and mechanisms of meiosis I and II. They also covered essential energy transformation pathways: glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, and fermentation, discussing their locations, outputs, and biological significance. The Student has a test tomorrow and an exam in a few weeks, with a follow-up session scheduled for next Monday.
Asexual Reproduction Methods
Mitosis: Eukaryotic Somatic Cell Division
Meiosis: Genetic Diversity through Reduction Division
Cellular Energy Metabolism: Glycolysis & Krebs Cycle
Cellular Energy Metabolism: Oxidative Phosphorylation & Fermentation
The Student and Tutor worked through a practice test covering cell biology, membrane transport, genetics, and metabolic pathways. The Student practiced identifying organelles, explaining transport mechanisms, and understanding genetic variation through meiosis and mutation. They planned to continue practicing test questions before the Student's upcoming test.
Genetic Variation: Sources and Mechanisms
Cell Membrane Structure and Function
Cell Organelles: Structure and Function
Active Transport vs. Passive Transport
Surface Area to Volume Ratio and Diffusion
The Tutor and Student explored the formation of ionic bonds through electron transfer, distinguishing between cations and anions. They practiced drawing Lewis structures for ionic compounds and applying the concept of variable valencies to derive chemical formulas for various metal halides and oxides.
Ionic Bonds
Cations and Anions
Variable Valencies
Drawing Ionic Compounds
The tutor and student reviewed key stoichiometry concepts including limiting reactants, percent yield, and excess reactants. They then practiced solving problems related to gas laws and determining empirical and molecular formulas. The student has an exam the following day and will follow up after their break.
Gas Laws: Combined Gas Law and Ideal Gas Law
Empirical and Molecular Formulas
Limiting Reactant and Percent Yield
The Tutor and Student reviewed atomic structure, focusing on the organization of electrons in shells and orbitals using an analogy. They practiced identifying and writing symbols for ions (cations and anions) by calculating protons and electrons based on atomic number and charge. The session concluded with practice problems on specific elements.
Atomic Structure: Orbits and Orbitals
Ions: Cations and Anions
Determining Atomic Properties
The tutor and student reviewed the concepts of isotopes and ion formation in chemistry. They practiced identifying elements from isotopic notation, calculating subatomic particles, and determining ion symbols based on charge and atomic number. The tutor planned to send practice worksheets for the weekend.
Mass Number vs. Atomic Number
Isotopes
Ions: Charged Atoms
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