At Hodis Learning & Music, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service for every skill level. Sure, any company can say they do these things, but we actually do, and we’ll explain how. Our Expert Tutors and Teachers We use a rigorous and methodical hiring process to ensure we have the most talented, experienced staff. We make […]
What subjects do you teach? Academic Tutoring: English up to college level, ESL, History, AP History, Korean, Math and Science up to Middle School level What’s the most rewarding part of being an educator? I love helping students gain confidence in subjects they used to struggle with. It’s very rewarding when a student starts understanding a […]
We get it, staying focused during an hour-long class period can be challenging. It always has been, and the constant interruptions from technology certainly don’t help. Here are some tips for staying focused during class time. Take Notes Note-taking forces you to engage in class. Gathering information, summarizing it, and writing it down all help […]
The foundation of any good research paper is made up of high-quality, primary sources. This resource post serves as a quick guide for finding good sources and avoiding the bad ones. DO make sure you know how many and what kinds of sources you need for your assignment. Can all your sources be from online, or […]
Many people experience fear and anxiety when they are faced with public speaking. Whether you have a class presentation or you are preparing a speech for student body elections, the tips below will help you prepare for public speaking in any scenario. Get Familiar With Your Material The first thing to do when you are […]
Low grades can be disheartening when students and parents get their hands on a progress report. But it isn’t the end of the world; in fact, there are many options available to parents and students to improve poor grades. However, parents must be mindful that interventions need to be implemented immediately, which requires prompt assessment […]
Multitasking may seem like the ultimate super power, but in reality it slows you down, makes you less productive, and negatively impacts your ability to focus. You’re Actually Not Multitasking When you’re switching back and forth between reading articles, watching videos while working, or texting while talking to someone, you’re not actually multitasking. According to […]
Strategies for Tackling Homework Ah, homework. An inevitable, but often unenjoyable, part of school. While many students dread homework, it is an important part of your education. What’s the Point of Homework, Anyways? Homework should, ideally, reinforce concepts that you learn in class. In some cases, homework might prepare you for upcoming exams or test […]
What subjects do you teach? Academic Tutoring: AP Physics 1, 2, and C (Mechanics + Electricity & Magnetism), Lower Division Physics, Multivariable Calculus, AP Calculus BC, Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, AP Chinese Language, and Mandarin Art Lessons: Painting- acrylics, oil, and watercolor What’s the most rewarding part of being an educator? The most rewarding part about […]
The start of a new school year can bring on a lot of emotions. Whatever your feelings are about starting school again, we have some helpful tips to manage your feelings and use them to start this school year on the right track. Scared: Nervous about meeting new people? Starting at a new school? Making […]