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2020 Wyzant Top 10% Tutor in Psychology, Statistics & Writing
Michael R.

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I am an experienced tutor with degrees in Psychology and Public Policy, and a certificate in Applied Statistics. As a tutor of 3 years, I’ve enhanced my students’ comfort with statistics, revitalized their writing skills, and elevated my students’ knowledge of psychology.

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Penn State, where I graduated first in my program. Immediately following my graduation from college, I attended Duke University for my Master’s in Public Policy, one of only six...

I am an experienced tutor with degrees in Psychology and Public Policy, and a certificate in Applied Statistics. As a tutor of 3 years, I’ve enhanced my students’ comfort with statistics, revitalized their writing skills, and elevated my students’ knowledge of psychology.

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Penn State, where I graduated first in my program. Immediately following my graduation from college, I attended Duke University for my Master’s in Public Policy, one of only six individuals in my cohort to do so. I further augmented my experience and knowledge in statistics later, receiving my Certificate in Applied Statistics from North Carolina State University.

Helping you (or your son or daughter) increase their understanding and succeed in their work is why I tutor. Nothing is more fulfilling as a tutor than when working with someone and seeing them experience that “ah ha” moment in our sessions.


Education

Pennsylvania State University
Psychology
Duke University, Sanford School of Public Policy
Masters
North Carolina State University
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Approved Subjects

Government & Politics

Government & Politics

Government & Politics was a favorite course of mine during highschool. I performed very well and felt I learned a lot in the course. As a result, I developed a great passion for this topic and minored in it for my undergraduate degree at Penn State University and for my graduate at Duke University. My passion in this topic is very useful in working with students and helping them succeed in this very interesting topic.
Political Science

Political Science

During my undergraduate education I minored in political science and completed coursework in Comparative Politics, American Government, and Political Theory. I applied this knowledge as a Research Assistant on two major political science projects, a survey of international law, with results presented at the International Law Association and American Society of International Law conference in 2014, and the Comprehensive Statistical Database of Multilateral Treaties. I focused my honors thesis on the psychology of political decisions, using the Scottish Referendum in 2014 as a case study. I also completed a Master's in Public Policy that build upon this knowledge of the policy process.
Psychology

Psychology

Majored in psychology for my undergraduate degree at Penn State where I took multiple psychology courses, all of which I received As in. These courses included developmental psych, personality, forensic, positive psych, social psychology, political psychology and advanced coursework in developmental psych, among others. I then completed various papers, utilizing psychological frameworks and theories to explore topics like national identity, politics, and violence.
Writing

Writing

I have had much experience writing from both my undergraduate and graduate degrees on a variety of topics of varying technical complexity and length requirements to full 30 pages theses to 500 word memos
SPSS
Statistics
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Tremendous All Star Tutor

Michael exemplifies the role of a tutor and has been immensely helpful to me; without him, I never would have been able to stand a chance in my statistics course. He has been quite helpful to me as someone who has difficulty understanding things like numbers and statistics. You have a remarkable talent for what you do. I can't even begin to describe how impressed I am with your commitment and enthusiasm for the subject. I really appreciate your assistance in getting me through this challenging course; without it, I know I would not have succeeded to where I am. Once again, I appreciate everything so much!

Luke, 390 lessons with Michael

Exceptional Great Tutor!

Mike is, without a doubt, a great tutor I His ability to break down complex topics into clear, understandable concepts is truly remarkable. Whether tackling difficult material or reinforcing foundational knowledge, Mike has a way of making learning feel effortless. One of the things that truly sets Mike apart is his patience and adaptability. He takes the time to understand his students’ unique learning styles and tailors his teaching approach accordingly. Whether you need help preparing for an exam, mastering a subject, or simply building better study habits, Mike is the tutor you want by your side.

Jimmy, 5 lessons with Michael

Exceptional and Adaptable Tutor!

Mike is, without a doubt, a great tutor I His ability to break down complex topics into clear, understandable concepts is truly remarkable. Whether tackling difficult material or reinforcing foundational knowledge, Mike has a way of making learning feel effortless. One of the things that truly sets Mike apart is his patience and adaptability. He takes the time to understand his students’ unique learning styles and tailors his teaching approach accordingly. Michael has a keen eye for detail, strong grasp of grammar, and ability to enhance clarity and flow are second to none. He doesn’t just correct mistakes—he helps refine arguments, strengthen structure, and elevate the overall quality of your writing.

Jimmy, 5 lessons with Michael

Dedicated and accommodating tutor

Michael helped me get a master's dissertation resubmission ready in a short period of time. The topic of this dissertation surrounded European politics and Michael was exceptionally knowledgeable. Over the course of two weeks, Michael helped daily with ideas, editing, and structure of the dissertation. I would highly recommend Michael for his work ethic and ability to adapt. I will be reaching out to Michael if I have any further questions/projects regarding political science/law.

Anthony, 13 lessons with Michael

Great turor in Research/Psychology

I am doing Master’s in I/O Psychology. I never thought I would understand Research in Psy class. So happy to have Michael as my tutor! He explains everything very clearly, complicated articles begin to make sense. Michael helps me with my assignments. He is also very prompt at responding and even adjusted his scheduled when I needed help with preparing for a class urgently, which is an additional bonus. Being familiar with the subject, Michael also gives reference to what he read before, which relates to my school papers, and extremely difficult scientific articles become more clear. Helpful examples, which he gives, also make it easier to understand complicated material.

Natalia , 10 lessons with Michael

Highly skilled and effective Tutor!!!

I am grateful for Michael's guidance. His expertise has proven invaluable in my healthcare research. His unique approach to brainstorming crosses disciplinary boundaries, strengthening my work from a multidisciplinary perspective. He skillfully interrelates concepts from public policy and healthcare, enhancing my understanding of healthcare policies. His patience and his constructive approach have increased my confidence and broadened my academic horizons, making complex concepts more accessible and manageable. I am in a DNP program, and Michael has been instrumental in my academic growth. I will absolutely continue to work with him until I graduate.

Ani, 70 lessons with Michael

Tremendous All Star Tutor

Michael truly embodies the essence of an exceptional tutor! Without his guidance, I honestly believe I wouldn't have stood a chance in my statistics course, especially as someone who has always found numbers and statistics to be quite challenging. His talent for teaching is nothing short of remarkable, and I'm continually astounded by his unwavering commitment and enthusiasm for the subject matter. Michael's dedication to helping me understand complex statistical concepts has been a game-changer for me. I genuinely can't put into words how impressed I am with his teaching abilities and his passion for what he does. Not only did he assist me in conquering this daunting course, but he also played a pivotal role in my understanding of research methods in psychology. Michael's support and guidance have been invaluable on this academic journey, and I can confidently say that without his help, I wouldn't have achieved the level of success I have reached today. I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for everything Michael taught me. His impact extends far beyond the realm of statistics and into the world of psychology and research methods. Once again, thank you, Michael, for your unwavering support and dedication; it means more to me than words can convey.

Luke, 390 lessons with Michael

Tremendous All Star Tutor

Michael exemplifies the role of a tutor and has been immensely helpful to me; without him, I never would have been able to stand a chance in my statistics course. He has been quite helpful to me as someone who has difficulty understanding things like numbers and statistics. You have a remarkable talent for what you do. I can't even begin to describe how impressed I am with your commitment and enthusiasm for the subject. I really appreciate your assistance in getting me through this challenging course; without it, I know I would not have succeeded to where I am. Once again, I appreciate everything so much!

Luke, 390 lessons with Michael

Very knowledgable and helpful

Michael is great at helping me understand the concepts in statistics, and he is very patient. He went through everything step-by-step, which was helpful. I would definitely recommend him as a tutor.

Raymond , 16 lessons with Michael

Awesome tutor

Michael is a fantastic tutor! He helped my daughter with a psychology paper. He’s smart, kind and very helpful. My daughter enjoyed working with him and I would recommend Michael for tutoring!

Zoe, 29 lessons with Michael
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