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GLOBAL EXPERIENCE TEACHING


EXPERT TUTORING, TEACHING AND PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATION


FOR AP-LEVEL HISTORY AND ENGLISH COURSES


ARE YOU READY TO SCORE A FIVE ON YOUR AP EXAMS?

We are highly experienced and award-winning international teachers who instruct
Advanced Placement (AP) level students in the areas of HISTORY, ENGLISH, and
PreAP SOCIAL STUDIES. Our students easily beat national averages, and passing
rates are through the roof. We make learning the material relevant and engaging,
while preparing you with the skills for the next step along your academic
journey. If you need help, we are here for you!


GLOBAL EXPERIENCE TEACHING

Where you can learn how to earn a FIVE on AP History and English exams by
shifting mindsets, strategically re-focusing on appropriate materials and
habits, practicing with a purpose, and understanding EXACTLY what the exams are
testing us on.

 

 
Book a Personalized Strategy Session to Learn if This Program is Right for YOU!
 


WANT TO KNOW WHAT MY STUDENTS HAVE GOTTEN OUT OF THE DRIVE FOR THE FIVE PROGRAM?

Listen to these three students discuss skills they developed, mind shifts they
have adopted, and new approaches to learning they execute with authority on
their path to earning a FIVE on their exams.

 
 

 
Let's Talk To Find Out If Our Program Is Right For You


FORMER COLLEAGUES AND PARENTS OF STUDENTS HAVE QUITE A BIT TO SAY ABOUT OUR
SERVICES ALSO . . .

 

“Karin is one of the most intelligent, well-travelled, and sophisticated
educators that I have had the honor of working with in my 30 years of teaching.
I have never seen a colleague work harder to create, implement, and (most
importantly) assess and provide authentic feedback for students. Karin is
absolutely on a mission to help students become skilled and confident writers.
She spends hundreds of hours outside of school working diligently and with
incredible focus to not just ‘grade’ student writing but to help our students
revise, edit, and reconstruct their writing with specific goals in mind. The
evidence of her success is the pilgrimage of college students who come back
every break to see her.”

— KAREN T. (former colleague)

 

“Ms. Uhlenhop designs lessons that are relevant, motivating, and engage students
in active learning. . . . [She] creates a learning environment where all
students feel welcomed and respected, one that is both safe and consistent for
her students. She is a teacher that students trust and admire and is an asset to
our community. Ms. Uhlenhop  holds her students accountable and to high
standards . . . [and] provides constant feedback and support to assure all
students are capable of achieving their academic as well as personal goals. She
is a teacher that students, parents, colleagues trust and admire.”

— GINA P. (former administrator)

 

“I don’t know what he’s done or how he did it, but I can honestly say that I
have nothing negative to say, except that he somehow transferred his enthusiasm
for history and politics to me, seeing as I can’t stop reading and watching
documentaries, and eerily looking for ulterior motives behind the words and
actions of our politicians.”

— ADESH P. (former student)

 

“Thank you for putting up with my annoying emails. Thank you for answering all
of my pestering questions. Thank you for being understanding, compassionate, and
empathetic. . . . I always knew I was interested in the English language, but it
was you who made me realize my love for literature.”

— NANCY A. (former student)



“During my thirty-eight years as a teacher, rarely have I seen [another teacher]
approach their subject and students with the enthusiasm and caring that Mat has
this year. . . . It is a pleasure to see a teacher demand, and get results, of
his students the way he did this year. . . . On a personal note, Mat taught my
son [who later became valedictorian] in AP history. I can honestly say that he
has never been pushed as hard in his high school career as he was by Mr. Astrom.
His thinking skills and in-depth understanding have been raised to the college
level. I think this speaks very highly of Mat’s abilities.”

— JIM W. (mentor-teacher and former colleague)

 
 

“Mat brought two things to his teaching that are basic to his nature: his
respect for the students in his care and his easy way with them. He is
comfortable with his students. Consequently, they respect him and are
comfortable in his classes.”

— SALLY H. (former mentor and administrator)

 

“Annika comes home from her history classes excited to tell us about the class
discussions. . . . Mr. Astrom has been able to teach specific concepts in
history, such as going back to source documents and using a wide variety of
resources. . . . He has also been able to teach Annika how to write essays,
study more effectively and how to prepare for exams. . . . Annika has a
diagnosis of dyslexia and often felt insecure about her abilities at school. By
incorporating specific strategies for studying, [she] is much more confident in
her academic abilities in general and is experiencing success in her other
school subjects as well . . . and is much more confident that she will
successfully complete college.”

— SUZANNE H. (mother of former student)

 

“I wanted to take the time to say thank you for everything you did to support me
this year, both academically and personally. . . . Your innovative activities
and enthusiasm are something I dearly admire, and I'm grateful that I can trust
you to give me good life advice. My love for diverse cultures grew because your
class was always engaging and interesting. . . . I don't know how, but you
worked miracles. For the first time in my life, I feel utterly proud of my
skills as a writer, and that's all thanks to you. I'm endlessly grateful for
your unconditional concern for me and your students. It makes you an
unforgettable teacher.”

— EUGENIA W. (former student)

 

“I don’t remember if I had the chance to thank you for what you taught me during
my senior year. I grew in so many ways that I didn’t realize until now.”

— Katlyn M. (former student)

 

“Mr. Astrom is one of the best teachers you will come across. His is by far the
best and most dedicated teacher I have been taught by in all 12 years of my
education. With his expert help, you will emerge with a deeper understanding of
not just the facts and events of history, but also who we are and what it means
to be American. . . . And the more time that passes, the more I have come to
realize that the skills I gained extend far outside the classroom. With all the
critical thinking and investigative skills we’ve learned, it’s become second
nature to me to look past the surface details, whether it be what we see on TV,
what we read, or what we are told, in order to find the unbiased truth for the
pure satisfaction of being informed and knowing what is going on around the
world.”

— ROBBIE A. (former student)


WHY DO YOU NEED US?


GREAT QUESTION! IN SHORT, IT’S BECAUSE WE ARE EXCEPTIONAL TEACHERS.


BUT LET US TRY TO EXPLAIN WHAT THAT MEANS IN OUR OWN WORDS . . .


KARIN UHLENHOP

As a kid, I loved stories - reading them, writing them, living them, or
imagining them. While I was raised in Wilmette and graduated from New Trier in
1989, my inspiration came from the vast world around me. My journey has taken me
to some of those fascinating places, but I am not done yet . . .

My view of history and literature changed when I entered high school and was
handed The Odyssey - the first book I ever hated - and was required to write
analytical essays. For the first time, reading and writing became daily
expectations and, at times, dreaded chores that came with deadlines. But I still
loved the stories behind the assignments.

My twenties were marked by professional uncertainty as I tried to find a job
that I loved, that engaged me in the way I saw my parents and my friends
enthused by their careers. With more free time, I found myself drawn again to
reading and writing for pleasure, and I was also exposed to colleagues’
children, whose energy and inquisitiveness was infectious. People began telling
me I should be a teacher.

Eighteen years later, I love my career. I spend my waking hours with teenagers,
reading and writing and speaking and listening. We share ideas and stories - our
own and others’.  I try to help them understand that the written word matters.
While they may not directly experience the caste system of India as in Arundhati
Roy’s The God of Small Things or the concentration camps as in Elie Wiesel’s
Night, they are likely to encounter forces similar to those that created those
societies, and they must be empowered to use their own words and their
individual voices to build a better future. Even more importantly, though, I
believe literature and language especially matter because they have the power to
create a shared understanding of diverse experiences and cultures. Though it may
feel like it sometimes, we do not live in a bubble.

Today, I love The Odyssey and I love helping young people through their
journeys, however epic or ordinary they may be. The obstacles of high school may
be less fantastical, but students’ ability to overcome them, to grow and learn,
is just as inspiring and heroic.

 

BA in Political Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.Ed. in Teaching Secondary English, National-Louis University
Indiana State Educator License with Endorsements in English, Government,
Psychology, and French
International Baccalaureate (IB) Extended Essay Supervisor

Indiana Wesleyan University Mentor Teacher
Member of National Council of Teachers of English
Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers
Top Scholars Student Recognition Awards


MATHEW ASTROM

My roommate thought I was a dreamer. A professor at Penn claimed I was a
romantic idealist born of a different era and thought I was just the type that
was needed in a classroom. Those friends in the profession who know me as
“Fearless Leader” watched my career over the years and wondered how did that
happen?

My journey to this place began with a thirst for academics, an adventurous
spirit, and the desire to improve the conditions around me. I am the type to
jump right in. With teaching, I knew quickly that I was in the right place
because I liked children and could communicate well with them. My first job
teaching Science and PE to tiny people in a tiny elementary school showed me
that I simply needed to find the right subject matter and age group.

Mission accomplished. History is it, and the high school audience is my best
fit. Twenty years later and a world of educational experiences in my backpack, I
am poised for the next adventure - GLOBAL EXPERIENCE TEACHING.

So what do I do, and how have I gotten to where I am today? That is not an easy
answer, nor is tracing the journey and miles over the years. Ultimately, I try
to make one good decision after another, weighing the information in front of me
and the experience behind me. Mistakes along the way - a few, no doubt!
Once-in-a-lifetime moments and a collection of personal treasures (including
friends and student success stories) - more than I can count.

My teaching philosophy has always centered on accelerating the learning process
of students, increasing student time on-task and student attention (which
correlates directly to increased academic achievement), and providing students
with an abundance of options to connect positively and effectively with their
academic, emotional, social, and physical needs. The quality of a teacher can
make a tremendous difference in the way children approach learning and grow into
life-long learners. I believe, and those I have worked closely with in the past
agree, that I am one of those teachers that makes a significant difference in my
students’ learning.

 

BA in History with Distinction, University of Pennsylvania
M.Ed. in Curriculum Design and Instruction, National-Louis University
Vermont Educator License, Social Studies (7-12)
College Board Exam Reader, AP World History
No Child Left Behind Act “Highly Qualified Teacher” of History

21st Century Teacher of the Year Award Finalist, Diocese of Orlando
Educator of Distinction Award, Coca-Cola Foundation
Academy of High Performing Teachers
Main Presenter, AP Annual Conference


LET OUR EXPERIENCE HELP YOU COMPLETE THE HARDEST SCHOOL TASKS DURING THE MOST
DIFFICULT OF TIMES.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU GET STARTED ON THE PATH TOWARDS EARNING A FIVE?

EASY . . . JUST PICK ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW.


JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP

“EXAM SUCCESS SECRETS FOR AP HISTORY STUDENTS”

Get started by visiting accessing some complimentary Lessons, Resources, and
Group Chat - discover some of the GREAT THINGS we can do for you!

Join My Group ... DRIVE FOR THE FIVE: Helping AP Students Dominate Their Exams


IMPROVE YOUR AP-LEVEL ESSAY SKILLS

If you're looking for a sure-fire way to get your AP history exam score up by at
least a point by optimizing your essays, then these are the frameworks are the
answer you've been looking for. A bundle of lessons to improve your writing
skills.

AP Skills Writing Lessons COMING SOON


BOOK A ZOOM CALL

Schedule a free online Drive for the Five Inquiry Call. Together we can
determine whether this program is the right decision for you.

 
Book a Call with Us


OUR EXPERIENCES IN TEACHING AND LEARNING HAVE TAKEN US AROUND THE GLOBE

New Trier High School, Winnetka, IL



Oak Hall School, Gainesville, FL



University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL



University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA



George Washington University, Washington, D.C.



Gibson Island Country School, Pasadena, MD



Northfield Middle/High School, Northfield, VT



Union Institute & University, Cincinnati, OH



Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH



Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH



National-Louis University, Chicago, IL



Carmel High School, Carmel, IN



Trinity Catholic High School, Ocala, FL



University of Florida, Gainesville, FL



University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NB



National-Louis University, Tampa, FL



Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO



Indiana University, Bloomington, IN



Northwestern University, Evanston, IL



Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN



Cairo American College, Maadi, Egypt



AP Exam Reading, Salt Palace Convention Center, UT



Shanghai Community International School, Shanghai, China



Carol Morgan School, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic



2019 AP Annual Conference, Orlando, FL



Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.




DEALING WITH COVID-19:


CAREFULLY MANEUVERING AROUND THE OBSTACLES


EVERY STEP ALONG OUR JOURNEY HAS BETTER PREPARED US TO HELP YOU AS NAVIGATE
THROUGH THE COMPLEXITIES OF YOUR FUTURE.

 

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CLOSED SCHOOLS.

Everyone’s goal, in local communities and across the nation, is to prioritize
the reopening of schools as safely and as quickly as possible given the many
known and established benefits of in-person learning. In the meantime, students
must deal with an assortment of virtual and hybrid education, which often pales
in comparison to in-person learning. They must do so in front of a computer
monitor with a “Zoom-room” full of students they may or may not know. GETeaching
is here to bridge the gap. We excel at distance learning techniques and
specialize in pushing students toward high achievement no matter the setting.


LIMITED CONTACT.

Even in a hybrid learning model, students will only be able to participate in a
limited capacity with their teachers. While cohorting, alternating schedules,
and staggering schedules do increase teacher-student communication, high school
classes are still large and overwhelming for many teachers and students. For
many students who are finishing up their high school career and preparing for
life after graduation, more personal attention is needed. GETeaching is here to
help students achieve their college dreams. We excel at improving academic
analytical writing skills that benefit students at the university level.


NO TIME.

Students, teachers, and parents all have their schedules stretched to capacity
as we rigorously try to fill-in academic gaps when our schools cannot. The
effort needed for preparation and the pace of instruction for teachers in this
medium is unsustainable. Despite what should be ample time on our hands, the
time needed to “catch up” from lost instruction seems to disappear. GETeaching
is here to alleviate some stress on students by providing highly-organized
academic consultations. We excel at getting getting normally high-achieving
students back on track and pushing strong students to superior levels.

 
Let's talk about how we can help with YOUR situation.


WHAT CAN GETEACHING OFFER YOU DURING THIS TIME OF CRISIS?


SMALL AND PERSONALIZED GROUP INSTRUCTION FROM EXPERIENCED, AWARD-WINNING,
PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS.

Limiting our teaching to small groups chosen to best fit the student’s growth
potential, we can increase time on task and provide extraordinary educational
opportunities and personal support to our students. The small cohorts excel as
trust and routine, not to mention positive peer pressure and high expectations,
build over time along with friendships and student camaraderie. This is THE peer
group you want for your child! Our students are all in it together, leaving no
one behind and sharing the goal of exceptional scores for everyone.


HIGH-LEVEL TEACHING IN AN ONLINE ENVIRONMENT.

Small groups. Safe environments. Sanitary conditions. Our health and the health
of our students are a top priority, and we understand the risks associated with
forming groups of students in academic pods or in classroom settings. We also
understand that top students thrive with extraordinary peer groups guided by
expert teachers. That means attention to detail, providing meaningful feedback,
and fostering a GROWTH MINDSET in students. Our competitive and fast-paced world
is not going to stop as the pandemic carries on. It will end, though, and we
want our students to be positioned to succeed when it does. Adapting to and
learning in this new environment is part of that process. Our personalized
approach with our 100% online sessions will ensure that your student will not
fall behind in the content or skills necessary to be a 21st-century, academic
rock star.


GLOBAL EXPERIENCE TEACHING:


HELPING BUSY PEOPLE LIKE YOU MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TIME.

LET'S DO THIS! Begin the Application Process Now.


RECENT INSPIRATIONAL STORIES

[Coming Soon . . . These Students Are Still Under Construction!]

Record Breaking AP Scores in 2019-20



Distance Learning Awesomeness



Tale of Two Students

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IF YOU ARE STILL READING:

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AS YOU HAVE ALREADY LEARNED ABOUT US, WE TEACH AND TUTOR ADVANCED PLACEMENT
STUDENTS FOR A LIVING. WE HAVE BECOME QUITE GOOD AT IT OVER THE LAST 20+ YEARS,
WITH OUR AVERAGE SCORES ABOVE 4.5 ON AP EXAMS AND OUR PASSING RATES NEARING
100%. WE DO NOT LET OUR STUDENTS FAIL, AND MORE OFTEN WE HELP THEM TO EARN A
SCORE HIGHER THAN THEIR EXPECTATIONS.

SO, IF YOU ARE AN AP HISTORY OR ENGLISH STUDENT WHO DREAMS OF SCORING A FIVE, OR
IF YOU ARE INCOMING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT LOOKING FOR HIGH LEVELS OF SUCCESS IN AP
SOCIAL STUDIES CLASSES AS EARLY AS YOUR FRESHMAN YEAR, BUT YOU MIGHT JUST NEED A
LITTLE PUSH OR ASSISTANCE TO GET YOU MOVING IN THAT DIRECTION FROM VERY
KNOWLEDGABLE PEOPLE . . .


LET’S GET YOU STARTED DOWN THIS ROAD TO SUCCESS!

 
YES! I WANT TO GET ON THE BUS!

Thank you for taking time out of your day to visit our site,

Mathew Astrom & Karin Uhlenhop

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Important: Legal Disclaimers

We don’t believe in instant or guaranteed result programs. We believe in hard
work, adding value and serving others. Global Experience Teaching, LLC is
designed to help students. As stated by law, we cannot and do not make any
guarantees about your own ability to get results with our ideas, information,
programs or strategies. We don’t know you and your results in life are up to
you. We are here to help by giving you our greatest strategies to move you
forward. However, nothing on this page or any of our websites or emails is a
promise or guarantee of future success. Any results showcased here, or on any of
our sites or emails, are simply projections or past results, and should not be
considered exact, actual, or as promised.

@ Copyright 2020 / Global Experience Teaching, LLC / All Rights Reserved





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