I had a late cancellation today, so I took the opportunity to observe Misha’s session to gain insight into his teaching style. He was primarily working through 3D trigonometry questions, which can often be quite tricky for students. I thought it was great how he emphasized the importance of taking your time to carefully read the question and convert all the given information into a clear diagram. This approach helps students visualize the problem more effectively and reduces the chances of misinterpretation.

I also noticed that Misha had a strong rapport with his student and maintained a relaxed yet focused atmosphere. He wasn’t overly serious, which helped create a comfortable learning environment. When the student appeared confused, he adapted his teaching approach by either explaining the concept in a different way or breaking the problem down into smaller, more manageable sections. This flexibility in his teaching style was particularly effective in ensuring the student grasped the material. Overall, it was valuable to observe his methods, and I picked up some useful strategies that I may incorporate into my own teaching sessions in the future.

Julian Podgornik