Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.  (Page is still under construction!)

1. How can I get extra help?
2. I studied so hard for the test, and I still did poorly, what do I do?
3. Can I do a make up assignment* to replace a poor mark on a test?
4. What is the answer to life, the universe, and everything?
5. What's the meaning of question 4?

How can I get extra help?

I usually leave at least 15 minutes at the end of each class for seat work 
and questions that's the best time to clarify any questions you may have 
during the lessons.  If you need extra help outside of class, I'll be glad 
to schedule a mutually convenient time before school, during lunch, or after 
school.

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I studied so hard for the test, and I still did poorly, what do I do?

There are many different strategies that you can use in order to improve 
your performance in Physics, but first, you must answer questions about 
yourself as a student.

-  When you get 'stuck' on a practice question, do you just look at the 
answer in the back and be done with it, or do you ask for help in order to 
help understand/analyze the question?

-  How good are your math skills?  Did you analyze the question 
correctly but made mistakes in the algebra?

-  Give yourself a timed self quiz, how long does it take you to correctly 
solve a 2 mark question?  Did you take too much time to think about a simple 
question?

- Last but not least, do you rely on your memorization in order to obtain a 
mark on a test?  Have you tried to understand the concepts, analyze 
different situations, and apply those concepts?

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Can I do a make up assignment* to replace a poor mark on a test?

Yes.  I will first need to see sufficient evidence** that you have put 
yourself in a position to succeed on a second opportunity, otherwise, we'd 
be 
wasting each other's time.  Sufficient evidence may include, but is not 
limited to:
-  Detailed solutions to all of the assigned work
-  A log of the time the you spent seeking help (with me or a tutor)
-  A written analysis of why you did poorly on the test and what you will do 
do to improve

* Make up assignments may be a written or verbal test, a problem set, or an 
essay
** Sufficient evidence will vary on an individual basis

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What is the answer to life, the universe, and everything?

Forty-two

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What's the meaning of question 4?

Go to the library, look up author Adams, Douglas.  Read the books.

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