Rory W.
5(5)
CAD $75/hr
Academic Coaching and Learning Support for Mature and Online Learners
Tutor Information
About
Many students—especially mature and online learners—struggle not because they lack ability, but because they need more effective learning strategies. My role is to help you build the strategies, study skills, and writing competencies that make university work manageable, meaningful, and achievable. I specialize in academic coaching, research methods, writing support, and executive function strategies for students balancing school with work, family, or accessibility needs. My approach blends mentorship with evidence based learning techniques so you can stay organized, deepen your understanding, and complete your coursework with confidence.
Students work with me to succeed in courses across psychology, counselling, research methods, statistics, marketing, gender studies, and related fields. Many of my students study in online programs and receive accessibility accommodations or disability related funding for tutoring and academic strategy support.
Whether you need help with a course, want to strengthen your study skills, or are navigating a major project such as a thesis, I can guide you through:
• Study planning, time management, and executive function support
• Literature review and research paper writing
• Theorizing and hypothesis development
• Selecting research methods
• Experimental design and survey methodology
• Data analysis and interpretation
Why Work With Me?
I am an Adjunct Professor at the University of Alberta and a Contract Lecturer at Lakehead University. I hold a Ph.D. in Marketing (minor in Psychology). My research has been published in Journal of Marketing Research, Behavior Research Methods, Methodological Innovations, and Consumer Psychology Review.
My goal is to help you build the skills, confidence, and clarity you need to succeed—not just in one course, but across your academic journey. If you’re ready to develop stronger study strategies, improve your writing, or get structured support for a research project, I invite you to reach out.
Location
Thunder bay, Ontario, Canada
Language
English
Timezone
America/Toronto
Subjects
Levels
College/University
Education
University of Alberta
2017 - 2025PhD, Marketing
Dissertation: How Default Choice Architecture Affects Downstream Behavior
Work Experience
University of Alberta
July 2025 - presentAdjunct Professor
Marketing Research
Lakehead University
September 2024 - presentContract Instructor
Teaching Marketing Courses
University of Alberta School of Business
May 2020 - April 2021Instructor
Primary instructor for Marketing Research (MARK 312) in Spring and Winter Sessions.
University of Manitoba
September 2014 - April 2017Teaching Assistant
University of Manitoba
September 2014 - April 2017Research Assistant
Alcom Electronic Communications
June 2012 - April 2017Marketing & Special Projects Associate
Alcom Electronic Communications
August 2009 - May 2012Public Safety Communications Specialist
Reviews
Great first impression
Punctual, friendly and tries to meet the needs of his students. keep it up!
By: A
Great Meeting
I really enjoyed my meeting with Rory!! He was great to deal with, very imformative
By: Matthew
Stats Tutoring
Very helpful! Knowledgeable and strong explanations of the subject. Would recommend.
By: Paul
Rory is best Match for a mentor for Masters students
I had a great 1st impression. Rory is Best Match for a mentor for Masters students.
By: Adam
Statistics
Rory is patient and has an extensive understanding of statistics. Can convey significant concepts in a simplified and synthesized way. My limited, at best, knowledge of statistics will surely improve with his help.
By: Mathieu