TUTOR TUESDAY: Margie Speer
Building students’ confidence as she works with them individually is one of Speer’s greatest strengths, and one of the aspects of tutoring that she finds to be most rewarding.
How do we measure what matters in learning?
Plenty of student learning doesn’t fit neatly into the boxes provided by a school district or state. And maybe it shouldn’t.
5 Ways to Encourage Critical Thinking About Technology
Whatever happens with the evolution of communication, it’s clear that today’s students will need to know how to use technology efficiently and effectively.
Are teens getting smarter about social media?
A new Pew Research study of U.S. teens reports that how teens are using social media platforms is changing— perhaps for the better.
Are “learning styles” worth learning?
A new study suggests further evidence that designating students’ “learning styles” may not be a reliable way to categorize students.
SAT + ACT is still important for college admissions – even as trends change
Even as time changes, SAT + ACT scores are still crucial for college admissions. Back to Basics supports students with 1-on-1 customized tutoring for these purposes.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Celebrating 33 years of excellence in education! Back to Basics Learning Dynamics is the undisputed leader in 1-on-1 tutoring in Nationwide and southeastern Pennsylvania for over 60 subjects. The company offers Nationwide’s only Department of...
How to support your child with homework
Is homework a struggle for your child? Most of us remember homework as part of our own learning experience, but not all of those memories are fond. We can help.
Some ways to stretch our gratitude muscles
What are some ways that we can encourage the positive habits of gratitude in students?
Judy Harper
Back to Basics had a real challenge in teaching me a foreign language. As a University of Nationwide student in her mid-sixties, they enabled me to receive a B+ each semester by providing excellent instruction. They listen to your needs concerning the time and place...