AP tests are right around the corner! Exams kick off bright and early on the morning of May 2nd. Most AP teachers have practice AP exams scheduled, either during class […]
Staying Fresh During Break
This week at the Study Hut we are welcoming back sun kissed students from their various spring break trips and activities. I’ve been hearing a lot of “I didn’t think […]
Writing – A Treatise on Thesis
Writing competency is a vital step towards academic success in middle school, high school, and higher education. The establishment of a comfort level with regard to essay writing is fundamental. […]
A Tutor’s Answer to “Race to Nowhere”
Well-roundedness—it seems like a harmless enough idea on paper, but the drive to become a “well-rounded” student is pushing today’s students to the limit. Grades alone are no longer enough, […]
Tutoring: Helping Kids Fulfill Their Potential
Education reform is a hot topic in politics and our communities. With documentaries like Waiting for Superman and powerful people taking a stance in education, people are starting to realize […]
Making Learning Fun!
Today’s students are expected to have a much more comprehensive understanding of their subject matter, especially in mathematics and science. It’s not enough to know what the components of DNA […]
The Common Denominator
Everyone who comes in for tutoring at the Hut has the same goal: to do better academically. Of course, methods and results can vary drastically from person to person. So, […]
Honing Math Skills with Incentives
For older students the incentives are easier to see, better math skills lead to higher grades. For younger children the final incentives of productive studying are harder to see, which […]
Torrance Geometry Tutoring
Are you a high school student in the Torrance area experiencing pressure in your Geometry class? Are you a parent in the South Bay concerned about your child’s grades and […]