AJ Tutoring blog - The Learning Curve

Sophomores and Juniors across the Bay have completed their PSAT, and now are wondering what comes next? The next few months are critical to enhancing their college applications and strengthening their test taking skills. Here are a few things to keep in mind as the first semester starts to wrap. ...

AJ Spotlight on Precalculus As a Precalculus tutor, I often encounter students who find the difference of cubes formula difficult to remember. While it seems like just another formula to memorize, understanding and using it effectively can boost their understanding and success in Precalculus. ...

The Power of a Growth Mindset in Learning At AJ Tutoring, we believe that success in academics is not just about talent—it's about mindset. A growth mindset, a concept championed by psychologist Carol Dweck, suggests that intelligence and abilities can be developed through hard work, effective ...

Reading Levels are Dropping Nationally If you have been keeping up with the latest educational news, then you have been just as startled as we have been at the recent reading and math scores. With sites like NPR, Education Week, and the New York Times reporting the lowest scores in decades it has ...