Arjun Collins
Biology Tutor with Specialties in Genetics, Microbiology, and Zoology
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Arjun Collins
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Your biology tutor - Arjun
Arjun Collins works in education, the environment and social development. His experience ranges from the traditional classroom; where he teaches Environmental Science and Biology for the Boston Public School system, to the ecological fields of the Arctic Circle and Panama where Arjun researched climate change and the the evolutionary adaptations of tree frogs. Before becoming an educator Arjun earned a B.S. in Biology, a B.A. in Journalism, and an Master of Science in Education from the University of Massachusetts. Arjun also worked as a Conservation Ecologist and Naturalist for the Massachusetts Audubon Society. In the pursuit of social development using science as a tool, Arjun has worked with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and Boston University to develop curricula in Evolutionary Biology to be used for public outreach. Arjun has been as a research scientist with EarthWatch, studying the affects of climate change in Canada’s Arctic Region. Besides his work Arjun enjoys writing, reading, martial arts and the great outdoors. His motto: We live in a beautiful, beautiful world.
Arjun graduated from University of Massachusetts
Academic expertise of your biology tutor
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Review sessions
Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA)
Biology lab skills
Real world application
Personalized learning plans
State-Specific Standards (USA)
Test prep strategies
Advanced Placement (AP) Program (USA)
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Biology class overview
I use science curriculum as a way for people to understand the vital importance of the natural world. In order to make this an applicable understanding I find it necessary to bring the world around us, all that can be touched, seen, experienced, into the classroom. This means examining our everyday experiences using the content we explore to make connections! My classroom utilizes virtual interactive tools, in depth readings, current events, manipulative and lab work (hands on or virtual) to bring science to the forefront of our minds. Despite these methods, I also understand the importance of test preparation and language acquisition in the realm of science. For this reason I also put an emphasis on practice test and vocabulary exploration in my classroom. With all this said, my main goal is to adjust to the needs of the student and work towards a learning methodology suited to them.
Your biology tutor also teaches
Biology
Botany
Cell biology
Genetics
Microbiology
Zoology
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Biology concepts taught by Arjun
The student and tutor worked on AP English Language and Composition, reviewing an FRQ on historic preservation and practicing reading comprehension strategies for the exam. The session included feedback on the student's essay and introduction to techniques like skimming, visual reading, and identifying rhetorical devices. Homework was assigned to finish a paragraph on rhetorical strategies and complete multiple-choice questions.
Rhetorical Analysis of Speeches
Active and Visual Reading Techniques
Developing a Strong Thesis Statement
The session concluded with the tutor and student reflecting on their learning journey, with the student highlighting their progress in English conversational skills. The tutor committed to focusing on the student's daughter's TOEFL preparation for her US university and basketball aspirations. Plans were made to schedule lessons for the daughter.
TOEFL Exam Preparation
Transitioning to New Roles
Language Learning and Progress
Cross-Cultural Communication and Connection
The student and tutor analyzed rhetorical devices in a satirical sports article, focusing on exaggeration, parody, and investigative journalism tropes. They then transitioned to AP exam preparation, practicing the development of an argument using provided sources to support or refute a claim about historic preservation laws, with a homework assignment to incorporate feedback on a draft.
The Value of Losses in Learning
Rhetorical Analysis and Argumentation
Satirical Rhetorical Devices
The student and tutor reviewed the student's written analysis of Mark Twain's critique of James Fenimore Cooper, focusing on rhetorical strategies like satire and mathematical deduction. They practiced identifying these techniques through multiple-choice questions and analyzed a contemporary satirical article about the NBA, with plans for the student to find further examples for the next session.
Rhetorical Analysis: Unpacking Arguments
Precision in Language: Specificity and Word Choice
Logical Fallacies in Argumentation
Satire as a Rhetorical Device
The tutor and student reviewed an excerpt from Mark Twain's critique of James Fenimore Cooper, focusing on identifying and analyzing Twain's use of satire and exaggeration. They discussed how Twain employs specific rhetorical strategies to convey his critical attitude towards Cooper's writing, with plans to further practice this analysis in future sessions.
Voltaire's Claim: Danger of Correctness
Rhetorical Strategy: Satire and Exaggeration
Effective Sentence Construction and Flow
Analyzing Rhetorical Strategies in Text
The tutor and student reviewed the student's writing and practiced pronunciation of key English vocabulary. They then engaged in listening comprehension using a video about a moon mission, followed by a vocabulary building exercise and sentence creation using new terms. The session concluded with a dialogue comprehension quiz, and homework was assigned to revisit the dialogue and integrate vocabulary into their summary.
Pronunciation Nuances in English
Artemis 2 Mission: Key Details
Listening Comprehension: Dialogue Analysis
Teaching tools used by biology tutor
Practice worksheets
Video conferencing
Quizzes
Assessments
Presentations
Flashcards
Digital Note taking
Hands-on biology lessons
Parent feedback
Weekend lessons
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Open Q&A
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