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One-to-One Learning and What We Learn From Tutoring
A traditional classroom environment can be acceptable for many students, but it is rarely the best possible way to learn. At TenneyTutors, we've adopted the one-on-one learning model from our private school: The Tenney School. We've found many of our students find a...
Why Learn Chemistry in High School?
So why should you learn chemistry in high school? We all remember taking classes we thought weren't necessary in high school. In hindsight there is practical use to a lot of these classes that we just didn't get at first. One such class that many students try to avoid...
The Importance of Linear Pair Postulate in Geometry
Before we explain what a linear pair postulate is, let's first break down what exactly it means. In Geometry we use a number of different definitions to define certain truths. A postulate means that something is true beyond needing to be proven. Cambridge Dictionary...
What Does a Tutor Do?
What does a tutor do exactly? I'm sure this is a question you have asked yourself, whether as a student or a parent. Tutors have many different specialties. Whether you're looking for a tutor that specializes in one subject or one that specializes in multiple...
How Much is a Tutor?
As a parent, it can be overwhelming at the choices you have when it comes to tutors. How much is a tutor? Should I do in person or remote tutoring? Does it actually work? These are all valid questions to be asking yourself while considering a tutor for your student....
What is Tutoring?
So what is tutoring exactly? Here at TenneyTutors we pride ourselves on our one-to-one, online style of tutoring. Every single one of our tutors are one-to-one specialized private school teachers at our school: The Tenney School. The benefit of having a private school...
What Does Quotient Mean in Math?
Mathematics has a number of specified terminology that is used to describe certain types of numbers, equations, formulas, and more. So what does quotient mean in math? Well the quotient is the answer or result of dividing two numbers by each other. Lets look at some...
What Does Difference Mean in Math?
Mathematics can become quickly confusing as new concepts are introduced as students progress through higher and higher math courses. So what does difference mean in math? Well to put it shortly, the difference is the result of subtracting two or more separate numbers...
Does Having Anxiety Mean You Are Neurodivergent?
Whether we like it or not, anxiety is apart of our lives. It plays an important role in motivating our mental state into accomplishing tasks or items that would otherwise be difficult for us. It can also push us to explore new opportunities. A new term has erupted...