AP Chemistry and Honors Chemistry

4.7 (28)
From San Francisco, CA
SinceApril, 2022
About
A wonderful opportunity for your student to get a head start on the upcoming school year would be to enroll in our online summer course in AP or honors chemistry and/or biology. My name is Patricia Babin, a retired biochemist with a PhD in biochemistry, who is passionate about teaching these subjects. With eight years of experience in tutoring and accolades for my teaching in graduate school, I have found the best platform for online learning after trying several. I encourage you to read Annabelle's review on our website to gain an understanding of our unique approach to education.

Class Structure and Content:

Our classes will have a maximum of five students to ensure that everyone can ask questions and receive answers. The course comprises two one-hour online sessions every week, which are available from mid-June to mid-August. The tuition fee per lesson is $25. We work around the students' availability to determine the start and end dates and time of the day that will work for everyone. For convenience, all classes will be recorded, and the recorded version will be available online so that students can be able to travel without missing a class. In our sessions, I will teach the concepts, work on sample problems and leave room for students to ask questions and get answers. Each lesson will have assigned problems to complete, which will be graded, with a solution set available, ensuring that students can check their work. After each session, students will receive a copy of the whiteboard used for the lesson.

Honors Chemistry Topics:

We will cover as much as possible in our online honors chemistry classes, including measurements and calculations, atomic structure, periodic properties, bonding in ionic and covalent compounds, nuclear chemistry, the mole, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, states of matter, gases, and solution concentration. Algebra 1 completion is mandatory to take our honors chemistry course.

Honors Biology Topics:

The topics we will cover in honors biology are scientific thinking, hypothesis and testing, the chemistry of life, cellular structure and functions, photosynthesis and cellular respiration, the cell cycle, mitosis and meiosis, genetics, molecular genetics, human genetics and biotechnology, and evolution. With time permitting, we will also cover ecology. Alonso, we don’t require a textbook purchase. Instead, we use ck-12 free biology textbooks written by expert professors concerned about the high cost of textbooks.

AP Chemistry and Biology Topics:

Our AP courses cover topics that are fixed by the College Board in the College Board Course and Exam Description documents for each course. Our AP chemistry course comprises atomic structure and properties, types of chemical bonds, intermolecular forces and gas laws, chemical reactions, equilibrium, acids and bases, kinetics, thermodynamics, and applied thermodynamics. Students must complete an honors chemistry course or its equivalent before taking AP chemistry. Lastly, we don’t require a textbook purchase for our courses.

Our AP Biology course involves the chemistry of life, cells, energetics, cellular communication, heredity, gene expression and regulation, evolution, and ecology, time permitting. Prior completion of a chemistry course is necessary for students to enroll. We recommend renting Campbell Biology in Focus, 3rd edition, which is an optional textbook in addition to our slides and figures from the textbook. The cost of renting is $9.99 per month.

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Service as described 4.7
Communication 4.7
Punctuality 4.7
MA
Dr. Babin is a real treasure. My child was having a tough time with Chemistry and found it difficult to grasp his teacher's teaching style. However, since starting weekly sessions with Dr. Babin, my child's grades have improved, and he has gained more confidence. Even better, he has reignited his passion for science. I cannot praise this tutor enough - she is truly exceptional.
April 19, 2023
JS
Without a doubt, Dr. Babin is exceptional. She played a pivotal role in guiding my son's preparation for Chemistry honors placement. My son found her tutelage immensely beneficial and eagerly anticipated every session with her. Dr. Babin consistently demonstrated her proficiency, came prepared, and was an excellent communicator. I would not hesitate to seek her esteemed services again.
March 13, 2023
LR
My son was under the tutelage of Dr. Babin in his sophomore year for Chemistry and is currently being tutored by her for AP Biology. I must say, she has done a splendid job of not only bridging the gaps in my son's knowledge but also fueling his interest in the subject matter. With her diverse career background, Dr. Babin engages my son in discussions about alternative career paths which has proven to be very useful in his college decision-making process. Her kind and professional demeanour coupled with her exceptional qualities as a person make her an outstanding tutor.
September 2, 2022
RT
In just a few weeks, Dr. Babin prepared my daughter for AP Chemistry by teaching her Honors Chemistry in a small class environment. With personalized attention, Dr. Babin assigned and corrected homework, providing invaluable insights into where my daughter grasped the subject and where she needed more support. By focusing on strengthening areas where my daughter struggled, Dr. Babin ensured that she had a stronger foundation than many of her peers who took a public summer course. My daughter even appreciated Dr. Babin's real-world stories, drawing a connection between academic studies and practical applications in a way that made more sense to her. As a former biochemist, Dr. Babin's perspective was invaluable, and we are grateful for her sharing her knowledge.
August 27, 2022
AW
My son, who was enrolled in Honors Chemistry, had a remarkable experience with Dr Babin. She established a strong rapport with him and was always well-prepared for every session, demonstrating her exceptional teaching abilities. My son greatly benefited from her extensive knowledge of the subject.
August 22, 2022