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How to Prepare for MOEMS and APSMO
Is your child interested in math competitions like MOEMS or APSMO? Learn what these Olympiads involve, common topics tested, how to prepare effectively, and resources to help your child succeed.
Vasudha Uddavan
Mar 256 min read


Can My Child Use Beast Academy Without a Tutor? When Tutoring Makes a Difference
Many children complete Beast Academy successfully without a tutor. So when does tutoring actually help? Drawing on years of teaching Beast Academy and AoPS, I share when independent learning works well, when students benefit from guidance, and how strong mathematical thinking—not just getting the right answer—prepares children for future success.
Vasudha Uddavan
Jul 219 min read


How I Started V's Online Math Tutoring (And Why I Still Love Teaching Math Today)
From confiscated math books to tutoring students around the world, this is the story of how V's Online Math Tutoring began—and why I still love asking "Why?" in every lesson.
Vasudha Uddavan
Jul 15 min read


Beast Academy 5 vs AoPS Prealgebra: Which Should Your Child Start With?
Beast Academy 5 or AoPS Prealgebra? It's one of the most common questions I hear from parents. In this article, I share the exact criteria, readiness checks, and real student experiences I use to help families choose the right starting point.
Vasudha Uddavan
Jun 127 min read


An Ode to the Teachers Who Changed My Life
I scored 85% in Grade 10 and 97% in Grade 12.
What changed?
Not me.
My teachers.
A reflection on the educators who believed in me, challenged me, and ultimately shaped the way I teach my own students today.
Vasudha Uddavan
Jun 24 min read


Does My Straight-A Child Need Math Enrichment - Math Enrichment for Gifted Students
Math Enrichment for Gifted Students | V's Online Math Tutoring |
Good grades don't always mean your child is being challenged. Explore premium math enrichment for gifted students featuring specialized curricula like AoPS and Beast Academy and math competitions like MOEMS, APSMO, Math Kangaroo, AMC and AMC 8
Vasudha Uddavan
May 255 min read


From Teaching to Coaching: Rethinking How I Tutor AoPS and Beast Academy
Success in Beast Academy and AoPS isn’t about giving students answers—it’s about teaching them how to think. Discover why effective tutoring in these programs requires a shift from instruction to coaching, helping students become confident, independent problem solvers.
Vasudha Uddavan
Apr 106 min read


Beast Academy Review: The Best Elementary Math Curriculum for Gifted Students?
A detailed Beast Academy review from an experienced math tutor. Learn about the curriculum, books vs online, placement, alternatives, and whether it's right for your child.
Vasudha Uddavan
Oct 7, 202110 min read


Math Competition Problems - Problem of the Week - 21
A square ABCD with a side of 6cm is joined with a smaller square EFGC with a side of 4 cm as shown. What is the area of the shaded shape...
Vasudha Uddavan
Jun 17, 20211 min read
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