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James J. Kovalcin

U.S.
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I am teaching or have taught AP physics B and C [calculus based mechanics & electricity and magnetism] as well as Lab Physics for college bound students. I have a BS in Physics from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Arts in Teaching from same. I have been teaching physics for 27 years.

Dr Mohd Tariq Salman

India
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I can answer questions on Medical education, especially newer methods of teaching and learning and evaluation in medical sciences such as Problem Based Learning, Computer Assisted Learning, OSPE, and alternatives to animal experimentation for teaching, especially in the subject of Pharmacology.

Bonnie Shimmin

U.S.
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I can answer questions about teaching and learning in grades K-8, having taught all those grades. As a former principal I can discuss techniques and responsibilities in administration of public schools. I am especially familiar with California laws and educational history. I have no personal knowledge or experience with home schooling or private schools.

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2009-10-15 Becoming a teacher:

Dear Ing, Even with a BA or BS, you still need to go to a college to get into a credential program, in order to get a full time job as an elementary school teacher. Some colleges offer internship programs

2009-10-13 Becoming a teacher:

Dear Ing, Congratulations in your decision to enter the teaching field. The first thing you need to do is find a local Cal State University (CSU) or UC and make an appointment with a counselor in the

2009-10-08 jobs/careers:

Dear Andres, I substitute taught many years ago after my children were born. I signed up in several nearby school districts and was able to get work almost every day. That may be different now because

2009-10-07 jobs/careers:

Dear Andres, In California (and no doubt with the same sort of test in other states) you can take the CBEST test and if you pass, you can substitute teach in most places in the state. Without a credential

2009-09-16 teaching:

Hi, Lizbeth - your major depends on where you choose to go to school. I went to a Liberal Arts College and Elementary Education was not possible as a major. I took Speech as my major (since I figured

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