What is your teaching philosophy?

My teaching philosophy largely consists of relating academic material and problems to real-world phenomena. When you can explain something you see in real life using chemistry, math, or physics, I think this connection sparks genuine fascination with many students, including myself.

What might you do in a typical first session with a student?

In the first session, I'd try and get acclimated to the student's learning process. I know there's a lot of variation in the way people best absorb information, and a good teacher is someone who can adjust their teaching style to accommodate each student.