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Physics and Mathematics for IB, IGCSE, and equivalent from an astrophysicist and physics professor
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My teaching methodology is student-centered and project-based. I believe every student thrives in a different environment and with a different approach. My goal is to find the best way to interact with student, provide a lot of real life examples where the student will be able to use the knowledge and make it fun.
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  • Around Groningen, Netherlands
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  • Moesstraat, Groningen, Netherlands
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About Me
Hi, my name is Nika and I studied Physics for my Master and then moved to the Netherlands to do a PhD in Astrophysics. Later, I moved to the US to work at the University, then to Vienna, and now I am back in the Netherlands and therefore, able to only tutor online!

During my studies I have tutored over 50 students (majority regular throughout their school years) in Physics and Mathematics. I tutor in English or Croatian, starting from age of 5.

During my PhD and after it, I have also taught Astrophysics courses at two Universities, mentored students, and held tutoring for both students and professionals wanting to learn more.

I truly enjoy tutoring and interacting with students. Based on the feedback, I would say students enjoy it to!
Physics is fun, and my goal is for you to see it! :))

Looking forward to meeting you soon!
Education
Master in Physics Education from the University of Zagreb in Croatia
Finished in 2017.

PhD in Astrophysics from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands
Finished in 2022.
Experience / Qualifications
I have 9 years of teaching experience and 10+ in tutoring. I taught Physics in high school and I have been tutoring students from ages of 9 to 40 in Physics, Mathematics, and Astrophysics. I have a masters degree in Physics education.
I have also taught University courses in Astrophysics and mentored five University students.

My teaching methodology is student-centered and project-based. I believe every student thrives in a different environment and with a different approach. My goal is to find the best way to interact with student, provide a lot of real life examples where the student will be able to use the knowledge and make it fun.
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Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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Duration
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Croatian
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New York
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My teaching methodology is student-centered and project-based. I believe every student thrives in a different environment and with a different approach. My goal is to find the best way to interact with student, provide a lot of real life examples where the student will be able to use the knowledge and make it fun.
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Hello, I am a mathematics masters student specializing in algebra, geometry and number theory. I have graduated from the university of Groningen with a bachelor in mathematics. As such, I've spent a great deal of time studying mathematics at a higher level and have become acquainted with a broad range of mathematical disciplines such as algebra, geometry, analysis, calculus, probability, optimization and more, this of-course includes any high school mathematics. During my studies I working as a teaching assistant whenever possible so I have some experience teaching.

In mathematics there are often many ways to come to the same conclusion and it varies from person to person what they consider easiest to understand. As such I try to get to know the student first and figure out how they may learn best. Personally, I rely a lot on intuition and deep understanding of concepts and so i try to convey to students the most essential and fundamental ideas before moving on, as well as, giving them interpretations of what is happening so that they may becomes easier to imagine and more tangible. In solving any problem, I think it is important to first sit back and understand what is going on before embarking on any calculation or proofs.

In a typical class I would first survey what the student already knows and discuss the concepts with them making sure they understand them very well then we would move on to discussing examples and non-examples (this would take most of the class). Finally we would solve problems together discussing them as we go along. This of course can vary from student to student, their level and time available.
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Hello, I am a mathematics masters student specializing in algebra, geometry and number theory. I have graduated from the university of Groningen with a bachelor in mathematics. As such, I've spent a great deal of time studying mathematics at a higher level and have become acquainted with a broad range of mathematical disciplines such as algebra, geometry, analysis, calculus, probability, optimization and more, this of-course includes any high school mathematics. During my studies I working as a teaching assistant whenever possible so I have some experience teaching.

In mathematics there are often many ways to come to the same conclusion and it varies from person to person what they consider easiest to understand. As such I try to get to know the student first and figure out how they may learn best. Personally, I rely a lot on intuition and deep understanding of concepts and so i try to convey to students the most essential and fundamental ideas before moving on, as well as, giving them interpretations of what is happening so that they may becomes easier to imagine and more tangible. In solving any problem, I think it is important to first sit back and understand what is going on before embarking on any calculation or proofs.

In a typical class I would first survey what the student already knows and discuss the concepts with them making sure they understand them very well then we would move on to discussing examples and non-examples (this would take most of the class). Finally we would solve problems together discussing them as we go along. This of course can vary from student to student, their level and time available.
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