By jasarthur1 December 30, 2012
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By jorga9 October 03, 2012
To respond to the comment made by Mr. Weinber,I posted my review of him on Yelp.com and Angie's list.com,both are still available for anyone interested in reading what this man considers "hatefull and insulting".I stopped all communication with mr. Weinberg before he issued his refund,as I honestly did not wish to have any further contact with him.I resumed communication 10/1 when I found out he was using my name to post positive feedback about himself on other sites.It was not about the money in the begining,but after induring daily inappropriate emails from this man,I do feel the satisfaction of getting the refund,I never expected to get in the first place. ...read more
By jorga9 October 03, 2012
This is a followup to my previous review left for this man.I did not find him professional and chose not to continue past one lesson with him.Since than I have had to deal with a pile of emails,inappropriate and disturbing langage,as well as hours spent trying to get my money back for one unused lesson.Mr.Weinberg went to such distance as to use my name to write positive reviews for himself on other websites,such as Thumbtack.com and Yelp.com,as well as disclose personal information about my children on line.I have had to spend time contacting both of these websites,having his comments removed,as well as contacting local PD.I left a feedback based on my personal expereince with this man,who I would not recommend to anyone looking for a piano/voice instructor for their child. ...read more
Smartphones and how parents use them, were the topic of a recent segment on NPR. As educational partners with families, Tutor Doctor Franklin is always looking for relevant and valuable information for parents. NPR recently had a segment on smartphones and their effect on children; however, they took a different twist on this topic by reporting on research done as to the effect of parents use of smartphones in relation to their children. “Dr. Jenny Radesky is a pediatrician specializing in child development. When she worked at a clinic in a high-tech savvy Seattle neighborhood, Radesky started noticing how often parents ignored their kids in favor of a mobile device. She remembers a mother placing her phone in the stroller between herself and the baby. “The baby was making faces and smiling at the mom,” Radesky says, “and the mom wasn’t picking up any of it; she was just watching a YouTube video.” This was not a scientific study, Radesky is quick to point out. It was more like anthropological observation, complete with detailed field notes. Forty of the 55 parents used a mobile device during the meal, and many, she says, were more absorbed in the device than in the kids. Radesky says that’s a big mistake, because face-to-face interactions are the primary way children learn. “They learn language, they learn about their own emotions, they learn how to regulate them,” she says. “They learn by watching us how to have a conversation, how to read other people’s facial expressions. And if that’s not happening, children are missing out on important development milestones….” Here is link to the entire article and the audio from NPR. http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2014/04/21/304196338/for-the-childrens-sake-put-down-that-smartphone Next time you are checking your email or Facebook on your smartphone, please be aware of possible unintended consequences. Let’s be smart about how we use our smartphones! ...read more
By Tutor Doctor Franklin June 25, 2014
Preparation is key to a successful outcome on your ACT Test. What’s your plan? Will you be entering your Senior Year in 2015? Now is the time to begin preparing for the June 2014ACTTest date! There are many ways to prepare for theACTtest. Many choose to purchase books with numerous practice tests containing some test strategies. However, practice tests are not the ideal way for preparing for theACTtest. Tutor Doctor Franklin’s ACT Success Program, utilizing a proven strategy to increase scores, is taught either one on one in the home or in a small group setting. Our tutors teach students test taking strategies, section review and skill building exercises throughout the preparation process and diagnostic exams are administered to help each individual student achieve his or her personal best! A pre-test assessment is administered a few weeks before the actual test date and provides additional guidance for our tutors as to areas a student may need to focus on leading up to the test. TheACT(No Writing) consists of four multiple-choice tests in English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science. TheACT Plus Writingincludes the four multiple-choice tests and a Writing Test. We recommend our students find out if the schools they are applying to requireACT Plus Writing. Tutoring is a great way to get the most out of your test prep hours.Tutor Doctor Franklinoffers a small class environment, 6:1 ratio, or individualized tutoring right in your home. Not sure which option is best for your unique needs? We will conduct a free in-home consultation to help determine what would work best for you.Tutor Doctor Franklin’s ACT Success Programprovides the confidence and skill sets necessary to help you reach your maximum potential. ...read more
By Tutor Doctor Franklin March 27, 2014
Join Tutor Doctor Franklin/Spring Hill on February 28 at Spring Hill Fresh for a 1 hour seminar presented by Salvador J. Ferro and Maria C. Ferro entitled "How Parents Can Help Their Kids Develop Efficient Study Skills". We will share tips on how to help your kids organize themselves and set goals and action items through the use of technology and traditional methods. You will also meet a Tutor Doctor Tutor for our "Ask a Tutor" Q&A.; Time: 7-9pm RSVP: mferro@tutordoctor.com ...read more
By Tutor Doctor Franklin February 06, 2013
Science concepts and objectives can be quite complex. When the teacher suggests science tutoring as an option to assist the child in mastery, take action immediately. However, before you run out to your nearest tutoring center, talk to your child’s teacher about some free or low-cost options tha... ...read more
There are many great ways to find a good tutoring job and there are many good tutoring jobs available. Your next job might be right under your nose or just around the corner. Although you might need to pursue multiple avenues and use many resources to help you find the best fit. If you are persis... ...read more
