Biology Tutor with Specialties in Genetics, Microbiology, and Zoology

Arjun and Raymond discussed current events, media bias, and opinion formation, focusing on an article about Charlie Kirk. Raymond analyzed the article for bias and discussed Kirk's controversial views. Raymond was assigned to form his own opinion on the topic for the next class.

Arjun worked with a learner from the Lower East Side on improving conversational English. The lesson specifically focused on the correct use of the verb "to be" with adjectives, the proper use of articles before nouns, and the application of intensifiers to enhance descriptive language. The learner practiced correcting sentences and using new vocabulary. For homework, they were assigned a video to watch and analyze, focusing on identifying new words, understanding their meanings, and observing how verbs are changed to create negative sentences.

Arjun Collins guided Mayel through a lesson focused on expanding her vocabulary for expressing feelings and practicing the present progressive tense. During their time together, Mayel honed her skills in describing pictures and distinguishing between emotional and physical states. As a follow-up, she was tasked with creating a conversation for homework, incorporating the new vocabulary from both today's and yesterday's lessons.

Arjun introduced a student from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend to the topic of space junk, discussing its composition, sources, and potential risks to space exploration. The student read a passage about space junk and its impact on satellites. Arjun also briefly mentioned haikus as a segue to make the lesson more engaging.

A student from St. Petersburg College prepared for an exam by analyzing Patrick Henry's "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech. The lesson focused on identifying and explaining the use of ethos, pathos, and logos as rhetorical devices. The learner practiced close reading and textual analysis to understand how these devices contribute to the speech's persuasive power. They also discussed strategies for answering potential exam questions related to rhetorical analysis and thesis construction.

During their lesson, Arjun and Raymond delved into the intricacies of word choice and its impact on communication, specifically honing in on techniques to infer meaning from context. Raymond actively practiced identifying the most effective word in various sentences. To foster more productive future lessons, Arjun proposed that Raymond upload his school assignments to their shared Google document.