Doug C.
Knoxville, TN
ACT Exam Preparation and French Tutoring
Weber State University
French and HistoryUniversity of Utah
Master'sUniversity of Tennessee
PhDAbout Doug
I am currently an instructional technologist at the University of Tennessee, supporting technology use for language teachers and students, and tutoring French students wherever possible. My background includes more than two decades of French instruction via hybrid and online courses as well as living in France for a total of five years. I love
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24 hours notice requiredMy experience is that a two-hour session works best. If you book a two-hour session, it will only cost you $80.
Travel Radius
Travels within 30 miles of Knoxville, TN 37918Doug offers online lessons
Doug is approved to conduct lessons through Wyzant Online. Wyzant Online allows students and tutors to work remotely via video, audio, and collaborative whiteboard tools. For more information about how online tutoring works, check out Wyzant Online.
If you’re interested in online lessons, message Doug to get started.
"Willing to work with me and help me where I need it."
- Logan, Knoxville, TN on 8/25/15He is teaching me tools to help me improve my ACT math scores. He is helping me identify my weakness, through test taking and providing me with tool to help me improve.
"Tons of knowledge and very patient."
- Sharwin, Knoxville, TN on 8/14/15Doug has a wealth of materials to share. He has connections that other tutors and mentors aren't aware of.
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ACT English
If you can function with any degree of proficiency in English, you are an expert! The key is to demonstrate that to the ACT English test graders. There are strategies to improve your speed and efficiency in answering questions, as well as avoiding trick questions the ACT writers like to include. By showing you how to effectively eliminate multiple-choice answers for each type of question, I can reduce your time on question, allowing to concentrate on getting the right answers.
ACT Math
The strategies I can teach you can help you put your knowledge of math and the format of the ACT Math Test to the best possible use. They can’t replace knowledge of math, but solidifying (or even learning) a few key formulas that get recycled on the test (some several times) will have a positive impact on your score. Wherever you are at, learning what 5 additional formulas to learn (and which ones to avoid) will make a significant difference in your score.
ACT Reading
The key to the ACT Reading Test is to understand how to approach the four different passage types (Prose Fiction, Social Studies, Humanities, and Natural Sciences), starting with your strongest passage types and focusing on the test, not the clock. I have several methods for taking time off of the daunting task of reading four passages and answering ten questions each in an average of about 8 1/2 minutes for each passage. You can try them all out and decide which ones you want to use in your personal approach to the test.
ACT Science
My background in instructional technology and experience tutoring students for the ACT Science Section allow me to pinpoint the areas in which you excel in ACT Science and the areas that require extra attention, creating a personalized learning program.
Dreamweaver
I have over a decade of experience with using Dreamweaver primarily as a tool for facilitating HTML pages. Dreamweaver is a great tool, but it is ultimately just a tool, it is not the end-all and be-all of web design. Once you learn the basic functions of Dreamweaver with me, it is a lot easier to go to more advanced topics in Dreamweaver like server-side includes, or even other packages in the Creative suite like Photoshop. There's a lot to learn, but Dreamweaver is a great place to start conceptualizing or even just maintaining your site.
French
My background includes more than two decades of French instruction via hybrid and online courses as well as living in France for a total of five years. I love exploring the French language and cultures, and can help you find the "hook" that will make your exploration of French much more personal, enjoyable, and meaningful. I am in constant contact with the Francophone world via modern technology and would love to share all of this with you as we explore the intricacies of the language and culture together.
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Doug C.
Knoxville, TN
ACT Exam Preparation and French Tutoring