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11 Cards in this Set
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THE PERFECT SETTING
Key Concepts |
* Choose a spacious work environment
* Sit beside your tutee * Minimize distractions * No food or drink * Pay attention to hygiene * Dress appropriately * Let a third party handle problems when applicable |
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GREET THAT TUTEE!
Key Concepts |
* Get to know your tutee
* Make sure your tutee knows the rules * Avoid unproductive arguments * Be prepared to handle problems * Cancel tutoring if problems are too great |
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GOALS AND AGENDAS
Key Concepts |
* Goals establish what needs to get done
* Goals need to be clear and attainable * Agendas break complex things down into smaller, more manageable steps * Agendas are great for managing a session * Goals and Agendas model good student behavior * Don't move on until the agenda item or goal you are working on is mastered |
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COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES --
VERBAL Key Concepts |
* Communication is a two-way street
* Encourage your tutee to talk * Keep lecturing to a minimum * Give tutees time to respond * Ask revealing questions |
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COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES --
WRITTEN Key Concepts |
* Insist on neat, organized work
* Choose clear example problems * Written info is a great way to show something * Writing makes a great assessment tool |
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WORKING WITH YOUR TUTEE --
TUTEE'S LEVEL Key Concepts |
* Constantly assess the tutee's level
* Don't assume * Let the tutee learn by doing * Give the tutee control * Let the tutee talk |
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WORKING WITH YOUR TUTEE --
SUMMARIES AND DEMONSTRATIONS Key Concepts |
* Does the tutee understand the process?
* Does the tutee understand the big picture? * Don't move ahead until the tutee is ready |
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WORKING WITH YOUR TUTEE --
WHEN YOU DON'T KNOW AN ANSWER Key Concepts |
* It's OK not to know an answer
* Get the tutee involved * Consult others * Consult other resources * Resolve the problem in your next meeting |
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WORKING WITH YOUR TUTEE --
TUTEE ABUSE Key Concepts |
* Get the facts before acting
* Get a third party involved if necessary * Refer back to your rules if need be * Try to correct an abusive situation * Drop the tutee if the abuse continues |
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STUDY SKILLS
Key Concepts |
* Look for and address weak study skills
* Give clear study skills assignments * Hold the tutee accountable for new skills |
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ENDING A SESSION
Key Concepts |
* Assess the tutee's grasp of the "big picture"
* Give praise for a job well done * Plan for your next session * Keep your tutee active between sessions |
