Class Description:
Achieve your best score on the AMC 8 with personalized 1-on-1 tutoring, led by a PhD tutor with over 10 years of experience in competitive math coaching. This tailored program focuses on mastering the most challenging problems from past AMC 8 exams. Each week, you will receive past papers to work on, and during the tutoring session, we’ll dive deep into the toughest questions. With a focus on problem-solving strategies, concept reinforcement, and personalized feedback, this course ensures you are fully prepared for the AMC 8 exam.

Topics covered:
A breakdown of the key topics below will be covered in the past papers:
Number Theory: Divisibility rules, prime numbers, greatest common divisors, least common multiples, and modular arithmetic.
Algebra: Basic algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities, word problems, and patterns.
Geometry: Properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, and polygons; areas, perimeters, volumes, and angles.
Counting & Probability: Combinatorics (basic counting principles like permutations and combinations), probability of events, and the use of the counting principle.
Proportions & Ratios: Working with ratios, proportions, and percentages.
Arithmetic: Operations with integers, fractions, decimals, and percentages, and properties of arithmetic.
Logic & Problem-Solving: Puzzles, logic problems, and questions requiring careful reading and interpretation.

Class Structure:
Each 45-minute 1-on-1 session is customized to the student's progress and focuses on reviewing challenging problems from past papers assigned in advance.

Class Contents:
Warm-up (5 minutes):
A quick review of foundational concepts and a recap of any easy or moderate questions from the assigned past papers.

Challenge Problem Review (30 minutes):
In-depth analysis of the most difficult problems the student struggled with from the past papers.
Step-by-step walkthrough of problem solutions, focusing on building strong problem-solving strategies and mathematical thinking.
Interactive problem-solving where the student explains their approach, and the tutor provides feedback and alternative solutions.

Concept Review (5 minutes):
A concise review of key math concepts related to the challenge problems, ensuring the student grasps the theory behind the problems.

Q&A and Next Steps (5 minutes):
Students can ask questions, clarify doubts, and discuss any additional topics they want to cover.
The next set of past papers will be assigned for practice, preparing the student for the following session.

Teaching Approaches:

Tailored Instruction:
The 1-on-1 format allows for highly personalized tutoring that targets the student’s unique strengths and areas for improvement.

Focus on Challenging Problems:
Each session centers around the most difficult problems from the AMC 8 past papers, ensuring the student is prepared to tackle the toughest exam questions.

Expert Problem-Solving Techniques:
Learn advanced strategies for solving complex problems, including logical reasoning, efficient shortcuts, and time management skills.

Concept Mastery:
Alongside problem-solving, the tutor will ensure the student thoroughly understands the math concepts behind the problems to build a solid foundation.

Personalized Feedback:
The student will receive continuous, personalized feedback to address mistakes, enhance understanding, and boost confidence.

Pre-session Homework:
Before each session, students will be assigned AMC 8 past papers to practice independently.

During the tutoring session, we will focus on reviewing the most challenging questions, helping the student fully understand how to solve them.

This 1-on-1 tutoring program is ideal for students who want personalized, expert guidance in mastering the toughest parts of the AMC 8 exam. Whether you’re preparing for your first AMC 8 or looking to improve your score, this course offers the focused support you need to succeed.