TutorTIPs Symposium: Re-imagining the Basics of Running a Tutoring Session

Re-imagining the Basics of Running a Tutoring Session
Mercy Gamez, Associate Instructor, Learning Resources, Homestead Campus

In this session, we will cover some of the basics of running a tutoring session, from how to begin the session, what concepts to cover, how to deal with time constraints, different student personalities and situations, and what approaches work best in particular situations. We will also discuss how experienced tutors have had to change their approaches to running a tutoring session in an on-line context and provide tips and provide suggestions to new tutors as they begin their careers.

Objectives

• Cover the basics of running a tutor session
• Discuss best practices
• Re-imagine best practices to fit the on-line environment
• Provide suggestions for new tutors
• Encourage tutors to examine their own practices while running a tutoring session

Recording will be posted soon!