MGTutoring

Serving the US with a rational perspective on education.

Professional Tutoring By Michael Gold

Phone: 281-770-2276

More information at Gold Academy of Math and Science

Arithmetic Through Calculus and Statistics

SAT ACT TAKS THEA & More
Working with all ages, elementary through adult.

Finally! Someone who can tell you why math is important and explain how it works!

Mastery and a conceptual understanding of mathematics lead to higher grades, increased self-confidence, and success in the sciences.

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Welcome!!

I am available to tutor all levels of mathematics and to prepare students for standardized tests.

I am also available to advise and consult with homeschoolers on math courses or general curriculum, to provide tutoring in study skills, and to tutor in basic physics and chemistry.

You have the option of individual, one-on-one tutoring sessions or group classes. Both individual and group sessions can be held anywhere in the US or the world via “virtual classroom” technology (see below). In-person meetings are available in Houston, TX, only.

To make it easy for each student and to properly build his or her knowledge of a subject, I teach in a step-by-step, logical manner. Confidence and subject mastery come from a conceptual understanding. Rote acquaintance is not enough.

As it arises naturally in our classes or tutoring sessions, I will work to improve each student's logic and reasoning skills. You or your child will learn thinking skills useful in all areas of thought and life, from science to law, from philosophy to art, from history to nutrition, from reading to analyzing everyday claims.

You may contact me by email at GoldMJ@aol.com or by phone at 281-770-2276. For more information, see Gold Academy of Math and Science.

I have years of experience teaching mathematics and helping students achieve academic success, and look forward to helping you or your child.

Sincerely,

Michael Gold

About "virtual classroom" technology

The "virtual classroom" is available via the Internet using such easy, simple and convenient services as AIM, Yahoo! Messenger, Skype, Elluminate, Dimdim, or authorLIVE.

The audio-visual connection comes free!! All you need is a webcam (which you could purchase for as little as $15-20), microphone, and a subscription to an Internet service. Some subscriptions are paid, some are free.

These services are easy, user-friendly, and professional. Click on the company name to research the companies and their software for yourself!

Dimdim is used by Ohio State University, Yale, HP, AT&T, Goodwill, YMCA, IBM, Apple, and others. Elluminate is used by Apple, California State University, Georgetown University, Queen's College, Sun Microsystems, Novell, and others.

Visit my Blog & Announcements page for discussion of math, the SAT/ACT, education, recommended books, nutrition-education links, reasoning skills, logic, art & more!

Testimonials to Success:

"Oh! I just found out I made a 93 on the [AP Statistics] project-YAY!" --Taylor R, student (high school)

"I learn more from you in one hour than I do from school in a month." --John T, student (high school)

"With Mr. Gold's help I managed to get a golden SAT score!!! My SAT score increased from a 1630 to a 1970!" --Tia Z, student (high school)

"When I met Michael Gold at a high school open house in 2008, I was impressed by his qualifications and expertise in tutoring. Our daughter Maggie had a full schedule and opted for semi-private and private tutorials. Maggie got the remediation and test tactics she needed from Mr. Gold in half the traditional time it takes through testing companies. Our fees were also considerably less. He hones in on student needs and builds from there. We were very pleased with our SAT and ACT test results. She is getting letters from many upper-tier private colleges. I would recommend Mr. Gold to any ambitious high school junior." --Carol V, parent

"So what do you think Ryan said in the car on the way home today? After I asked him how he liked class? 'I really like how I have to think about the "how" and the "why" of the problems. I've never really been asked to think like that before.' Wow. It gets better, though, with 'and it just makes so much more sense that way'. You only get the kid a few hours a week so you might not get to see the difference you make, but I get to hear these little gems almost daily. Cool." --Helene G, parent

"Hi! This is Kate. I know my mom emailed you about my grade. I also know that she thanked you. I just wanted to say thanks again. I couldnt have done it without you. Thanks to you, I am having fun this summer instead of sitting at a desk in summer school. I really appreciate it. I can't thank you enough. You were a really big help. :)" --Kate L, student (junior high)

"You taught me where it all comes from and the importance of the fundamentals. You were always prompt, well-prepared, and thorough." --Laurie P, student (college)

See my Bio, Credentials & Testimonials page for more testimonials.

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