Duane Baptiste
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Duane Baptiste
Bachelors degree
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My name is Duane Ryan Baptiste, and I have always been passionate about leveraging my experiences to assist others. Academically, I hold a bachelor's degree in Mathematics. Professionally, I bring to the table 8 years of tutoring experience, 5 years of teaching experience, and 3 years in leadership roles. Throughout my educational career, I have taught in various parts of the New York City Metropolitan Area and collaborated with leaders from diverse educational agencies, both large and small. I have worked with the City University of New York and the Human Resources Administration of New York State. Currently, I am a freelance tutor with Varsity Tutors, a national tutoring agency. Black Wisdom Concepts is a Supplemental Education Services program I developed to support learners from diverse backgrounds. To summarize its essence, it aims to bridge gaps in traditional education and enrich the knowledge we acquire in school. In the words of a notable book, "There are three types of knowledge: Inert knowledge, Activated Ignorance, and Activated Knowledge." My educational philosophy is rooted in the belief that learning should be applicable and relatable to our daily lives, rather than simply memorized and forgotten. My goal is to create a hub of knowledge that teaches essential life skills and enhances our appreciation for the education we receive in school.
Duane graduated from Allegheny College

Specialities of your tutor
Exam Simulation
Problem Solving
Test Strategy
Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA)
State-Specific Standards (USA)
Homework help
Test prep strategies
Student types for classes
High School students
Elementary School students
College students
Middle School students
Home schooled
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Class overview
My name is Duane Ryan Baptiste, and I have always been passionate about leveraging my experiences to assist others. Academically, I hold a bachelor's degree in Mathematics. Professionally, I bring to the table 8 years of tutoring experience, 5 years of teaching experience, and 3 years in leadership roles. Throughout my educational career, I have taught in various parts of the New York City Metropolitan Area and collaborated with leaders from diverse educational agencies, both large and small. I have worked with the City University of New York and the Human Resources Administration of New York State. Currently, I am a freelance tutor with Varsity Tutors, a national tutoring agency. Black Wisdom Concepts is a Supplemental Education Services program I developed to support learners from diverse backgrounds. To summarize its essence, it aims to bridge gaps in traditional education and enrich the knowledge we acquire in school. In the words of a notable book, "There are three types of knowledge: Inert knowledge, Activated Ignorance, and Activated Knowledge." My educational philosophy is rooted in the belief that learning should be applicable and relatable to our daily lives, rather than simply memorized and forgotten. My goal is to create a hub of knowledge that teaches essential life skills and enhances our appreciation for the education we receive in school.
Duane also teaches
Elementary School Math
Geometry
High School Math
Linear Algebra
Middle School Math
Pre Algebra

Mathematics concepts taught by Duane
The session focused on the student learning to divide decimals by integers and other decimals. The student practiced rewriting decimal division problems to use whole number divisors. The student was assigned to practice dividing decimals on a recommended math website and explore available quizzes on the platform.
Division by Integers
Division by Decimals
Terminating vs. Repeating Decimals
Checking Division with Multiplication
Division Problem Representations
The Student practiced performing fraction operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) with mixed numbers and simplifying the results. They worked through a quiz involving these operations and received feedback. The session concluded with the tutor providing a resource link for additional practice problems and outlining plans to focus on word problems involving fractions and transition to decimals in the next session, with an eye toward an exam in May.
Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
Multiplying Fractions
Dividing Fractions
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Simplifying Fractions
Problem Solving with Fraction Multiplication
The session covered multiplication and division of fractions, including simplifying fractions and converting mixed numbers to improper fractions. The Student practiced these operations with various examples and word problems. The Tutor provided step-by-step guidance and emphasized the importance of identifying keywords in word problems to determine the correct operation. Word problems will be further explored in the next session.
Greatest Common Factor (GCF)
Multiplying Fractions
Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
Dividing Fractions: Keep
Change
Flip
Converting Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers
Teaching tools used by tutor
Digital whiteboard
Graphing Tools
Assessment
Quizzes
Interactive lessons
Open Q&A
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
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