Starting and Ending a Tutorial Session

What is the proper way to start?As adapted from the following websites:

http://www.brockport.edu/~slc/tips/tentips.htmlhttp://www.brockport.edu/~slc/tips/ending.html

Starting and Ending a Tutorial SessionDescribe how you start or would start a tutoring session. 1Introduce YourselfWhen meeting with your tutee for the first time, let them know who you are. Complete the Tutor-Student Contract and address the Orientation Questions. Discuss the difficulties the tutee is having with the course. Discuss what they would like to gain from tutoring. Major, Minor, Name. Be friendly and courteous. This will help in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning. 2By Doing so, You will feel more comfortable with the tuteeThe tutee will feel more comfortable with youYou will have an understanding as to what the student is expecting from both the course and from tutoringAnd, the tutoring session can get off to a great start versus an awkward beginning. Ending a Tutoring SessionFirst, take the last 5 minutes to review. Make sure that the material discussed was understood or at least heard by the tutee. Discuss any material that you would like the tutee to bring with them for their next meeting (notes, worksheets, review guides, etc.)Make sure they are aware of their next meeting with you.Address any remaining questions you have time for, let them know that you can discuss any further questions next time you meet with them. Probing QuestionsIn an effort to assess the students knowledge and understanding of the material, you must ask intentional, encouraging questions.

Why? Because students need to address these questions and answer these questions by themselves. They will not always have a tutor available to help them. Can anyone provide an example, or examples of this? Does this make sense to everyone? 52 Types of QuestionsOpen-Ended Questions:

Closed-Ended Questions:What are some examples of Open/Closed Questions?How are closed-ended questions non-productive? They do not lend themselves to future discussions or beyond short answers. How are they effective? Sometimes yes/no responses really help the tutorial process. How are open-ended questions effective? They are effective in that you can hear and see the progress of the student through explanation. You could identify gaps in thinking or address areas of concern. These questions may also lead to future questions which could identify the problem area or misunderstanding. How are they ineffective? They can be ineffective when someone is using rote memory and not knowledge. They do not UNDERSTAND the material, but they appear to understand the material. 6Instead of..In place of asking whether or not the student understands the material discussed or whether or not the information is clear to the student, be patient. Have them conceptualize the material and share with you what they have learned.Study SkillsDo most students come prepared for college? Why or Why not?

What role does organization play in studying?

What study skills do you think they are lacking? Students may have much more study time when looking at the organization involved in time management! Understanding what to study, and how to study are also related to organization. 8How Do You Do It?How do you study for a test?

How do you write a paper?

How do you prepare differently across courses? (i.e. Math/English/Science)Helpful Hints to Share with Tutees1. By keeping a daily planner, students can become more aware of all of their appointments, assignments, and due dates.

2. Set aside specific time to study, do homework, or prepare for the next class. Consistency is a great way to start a new habit, so plan on making this your study time for the entire semester.

3.Make Lists. Have homework assignments and activities planned and check your progress throughout the day. Be realistic but challenge yourself

4. Plan on taking more time completing major assignments or big tests. A common mistake is assuming that big tests or big assignments can be completed in the same amount of time. This is not true.

Distribute Study Questions to Tutors!!10GoalsIn what way should goals be part of the tutoring process?

What differences exist between the goals of the tutor and the goals of the tutee? Focus on the tutees expectations more than you own. Reason being, they are probably aware of issues they are struggling with. Give them the needed freedom to recognize these areas and work with them. Share in the goal making process with the tutee. 11Setting Goals for Tutors and TuteesTutors will help students understand their course contentImprove study, reading, or writing skillsEncourage students to become self-sufficient and confidentIdentify learning weaknesses and strengthsUse appropriate materials and plan appropriately

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