Zahid Bashir
Calculus & Algebra with an engaging & practical focus
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Zahid Bashir
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Zahid - Know your tutor
Hi there! I'm Zahid Bashir, a Mathematics tutor with a degree in civil engineering. My teaching philosophy focuses on making math fun and relatable to everyday life. I believe in personalized learning to cater to individual student needs. By using real-life examples and interactive activities, I ensure students are engaged and grasp concepts effectively. From Elementary School Math to AP Calculus, I'm here to support students at all levels. Let's make math an enjoyable journey together! Additionally, I've developed unique problem-solving strategies that have helped many students achieve their academic goals. Whether it's through one-on-one sessions or group workshops, I strive to inspire a love for mathematics in every learner. My experience in civil engineering also allows me to provide practical applications of mathematical principles, showing students the real-world relevance of what they learn. I am passionate about fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment. I utilize various teaching tools, including digital resources and hands-on activities, to cater to different learning styles. My goal is not only to improve grades but also to build confidence in my students, empowering them to tackle challenges independently.
Meet Zahid
Zahid graduated from kurukshetra university
Specialities of your tutor
Test Strategy
Gamification of Math
Concepts learning
Test prep
Quick Math Games
Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA)
Exam Simulation
Project help
Homework help
Practice Tests
Grade improvement
A-Levels (UK)
Student types for classes
School
Home schooled
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
College
All Levels
ASD
Adult / Professional
Class overview
As a versatile tutor specializing in various levels of math, I engage with students through practical and motivating teaching methods. I aim to adapt to each student's unique learning style and provide the necessary support to excel in subjects like Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus. By incorporating whiteboarding techniques, I help students visualize concepts clearly and interact with the material directly, leading to significant improvements in their grades. Additionally, I use interactive math games and puzzles to make learning enjoyable and reinforce key concepts. For more complex topics, I utilize 3D models to aid in visualizing mathematical ideas. My adaptable and supportive approach ensures that students not only understand the material but also feel confident in their abilities to excel in math.
Zahid also teaches
Algebra
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Precalculus
AP Statistics
Calculus
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Mathematics concepts taught by Zahid
The Tutor and Student discussed the Doppler effect, including its definition, causes, and various scenarios. The Student practiced applying formulas to calculate frequency shifts and explored the concept of shock waves. The Student was assigned to review wave interference from the provided PDF for the next session.
Doppler Effect Formula
Special Cases of Doppler Effect
Shock Waves
Mac Number
Doppler Effect
The session focused on sound and sound waves, including their properties, types (audible, infrasonic, ultrasonic), and speed in different mediums. The Student practiced problems related to sound intensity and decibels and learned about the relationship between temperature and sound wave velocity. The session will continue with the remaining slides next time.
Decibel Scale
Sound Intensity
Effect of Temperature on Sound Wave Speed
Speed of Sound in a Medium
Categories of Sound Waves: Audible
Infrasonic
Ultrasonic
Sound Waves and Energy
The Student and Tutor reviewed definite integrals to calculate the area between a function and the x-axis and practiced using u-substitution to solve integration problems. They focused on problems from a practice exam, clarifying the steps to handle negative areas and simplifying logarithmic expressions. The tutor sent a PDF of the whiteboard notes for review before the exam.
U-Substitution for Integration
Total Area Between a Function and the x-axis
Integration of Exponential Functions
Recognizing and Applying Integration Techniques
Logarithmic Integration and Simplification
Definite Integrals with Substitution
The session covered kinematics problems, including sketching motion graphs and calculating position, velocity, and acceleration with constant acceleration. The Student practiced applying kinematic equations to various scenarios, including projectile motion. The tutor assigned additional problems related to the concepts covered.
Acceleration vs. Time Graphs
Velocity vs. Time Graphs and Constant Velocity
Kinematic Equations: v = u + at
Kinematic Equations: s = ut + ½at²
Finding Maximum Displacement
Unit Conversions: Miles per Hour to Feet per Second
Kinematic Equations: v² = u² + 2as
The Student and Tutor worked on kinematics problems, focusing on interpreting graphs of motion and calculating distance, displacement, velocity, and acceleration. The session involved sketching velocity-time graphs, using integrals to find distance, and differentiating between distance and displacement, especially when velocity changes sign. They are planning to continue working on the problem set in the next session.
Velocity-Time Graphs and Integrals
Acceleration-Time Graphs and Integrals
Relating Position
Velocity
and Acceleration
Area Under the Curve (Integration)
Using Trigonometric Functions in Kinematics
Distance vs. Displacement
The student practiced solving definite integral problems using u-substitution. They worked through a series of problems, focusing on techniques for simplifying integrals and correctly applying limits of integration. The session concluded with plans to complete the remaining exercises in the section for homework.
Natural Logarithms: logₑ(x) = ln(x)
Handling cot(x) in Integration
Integrating Trigonometric Functions with Substitution
Dealing with √(1 - x) in Integrals
Changing Limits of Integration
U-Substitution for Definite Integrals
Teaching tools used by tutor
Presentations
Practice worksheets
Quizzes
Digital whiteboard
Assessments
Interactive lessons
Chat for quick help
Open Q&A
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Note taking
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