Professional development is vital to ensuring MDC tutors are providing the best support possible to our students. Learning Resources has worked together to build a tutor training program known as TutorTIPs. All new tutors, lab instructors, instructional assistants, and other personnel that deliver supplemental support to students will go through our Tutor Training Intensive Program (TutorTIPs). The first phase involves a 10-hour training combining face-to-face sessions, online tutorials covering a variety of topics recommended by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA), and the National Tutoring Association (NTA) and shadowing. Tutors must complete this training within the first two weeks of being hired to ensure that all tutors have the same foundational skills, be versed in a variety of tutoring modalities, and meet the standards of the accrediting bodies.
Additionally, Learning Resources hosts an annual TutorTIPs Symposium that brings tutors together across the college to network, learn, and present best practices. We look forward to working with each of you as we travel on our journey to explore and implement new strategies to continue focusing and supporting our students.
For more information on TutorTIPs and to view training materials in our phase one of training please visit: https://libraryguides.mdc.edu/TutorTips
Save the Date: 10th Annual TutorTIPs Symposium
Join us for a day of professional development, networking, and celebration at the 10th Annual TutorTIPs Symposium! We are thrilled to mark a decade of excellence in tutoring and academic support at this milestone event.
Date: December 18, 2024
Location: Miami Dade College, Homestead Campus
This year's symposium promises to be a fantastic day of learning, with insightful sessions, dynamic workshops, and inspiring speakers. It's an excellent opportunity for tutors and academic support staff to enhance their skills, share best practices, and connect with peers from across the region.
Call for Proposals Coming Soon!
Do you have innovative ideas, effective strategies, or success stories to share? Keep an eye out for our call for proposals and be part of shaping the future of academic support.
Looking for inspiration? Check out our previous years’ events for past topics and materials.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. We look forward to celebrating our 10th anniversary with you!