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Rafael
- Rate $28
- Response 2h
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Number of students Rafael has taught since their arrival at Superprof

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- Mathematics
- Algebra
- Trigonometry
- Logic
- Precalculus & Calculus
Ph.D. computer scientist and former university professor with expertise in teaching Logic, Precalculus, Discrete Mathematics, Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming, and Theory of Computation.
- Mathematics
- Algebra
- Trigonometry
- Logic
- Precalculus & Calculus
Lesson location
Recommended
Rafael is a respected tutor in our community. They have been highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons — an excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Rafael
- I'm a computer scientist with a Ph.D. from the University of São Paulo. Much of my formal training and professional career as a university professor has revolved around Theoretical Computer Science and its many domains. Over 18 years during my academic journey both as a student and an instructor, I have had the privilege of learning, teaching, and researching at a high level a wealth of subjects, which has provided me with a solid technical background and honed my praxis as an educator.
- Extensive classroom experience with topics such as:
** Computational Thinking, Data Structures, and Algorithm Design and Analysis
** Structured/Procedural Programming (C and Python)
** Object-oriented Programming (C++, C#, and Python)
** Functional Programming (Haskell)
** Discrete Mathematics
** Graph Theory and Graph Algorithms
** Mathematical Proof Techniques
** Propositional and Predicate Logic
** Linear Algebra and Analytical Geometry
** Precalculus
** Theory of Computation (Computability, Lambda Calculus, Computational Complexity, Formal Languages and Automata Theory)
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About the lesson
- Advanced Technical Certificate
- College / University
- Masters
- +3
levels :
Advanced Technical Certificate
College / University
Masters
Sophomore
Adult Education
MBA
- English
- Portuguese
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Portuguese
- My instructional style emphasizes competency-based, inquiry-based, and problem-based learning. I'm dedicated to equipping my students with the critical skills they need to fully grasp and appreciate the content at hand. Moreover, I enjoy interacting with them by asking probing questions and thus fostering an inquisitive mindset and a dynamic and enjoyable learning environment.
- For clarity and structure, I start by outlining the objectives and agenda for the lesson, taking due time to review preliminary concepts so that everyone is on the same page.
- Subsequently, I introduce the main topics discussing real-life examples to arouse curiosity and demonstrate their relevance and applicability. As we progress, I delve into the technical aspects by framing them using accessible language in a sensible and logical progression.
- To assess comprehension, I propose exercises of varying difficulty levels, which we then work through together patiently through a dialogical and reflexive approach.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Rafael Coelho served as my instructor in several courses at the Federal University of Pampa (UNIPAMPA), including Graphs, Computability, and Competitive Programming. His teaching style is notably straightforward and easily understandable. Rafael consistently demonstrates a deep concern for student learning, readily clarifying and reinforcing his explanations as needed. He is exceptionally well-prepared, displaying a profound mastery of the subject matter discussed in class. Moreover, Rafael engages students with problems that are not only relevant but also significantly contribute to their learning journey. These challenges are expertly designed to prepare students for the various obstacles they may encounter in their professional and academic careers.
I met Professor Rafael during my graduation in the following courses: Computability, Graph Algorithms, and Competitive Programming. He was an excellent teacher with an immense amount of knowledge. I never had a question that he couldn't answer. However, whenever a student asked a question he was unsure about, he would research it and bring the answer to the next class. His lectures were outstanding; he presented concepts with examples that were easily understandable. Additionally, he was very patient, ensuring he explained concepts until everyone understood what he was teaching. His lectures were filled with visual representations and easy-to-understand examples. He always instigated our curiosity.
Rafael was my professor in the Programming Challenges course at the Federal University of Pampa, in Brazil. He is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met, and in addition to his theoretical knowledge, he has excellent teaching skills. Professor Rafael, you are still my reference in programming; thank you for all the teachings. One curiosity about him is that he is extremely passionate about computer theory.
Rafael was my professor for Algorithm in Graphs, Computability, and Competitive Programming during my undergraduate studies. He is an excellent teacher, explaining concepts clearly and ensuring everyone understands well. I recommend Rafael because his teaching style is great. He simplifies difficult subjects and builds a solid foundation for learners.
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Rates
Rate
- $28
Pack rates
- 5h: $138
- 10h: $280
Travel
- + $$5
online
- $28/h
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