Module 1 Reflection My freshmen year, I was required to take Core 120, an English writing course. I knew this was going to be my most class and I was unsure if I would be able to pass or not. Prior to beginning this course I was terrified of writing. My experiences with wiring in high school had not been pleasant and I had convinced myself that I would never be able to compose any type written of written work easily. Despite my doubts and fears, I was determined to do my best and improve my skills as a writer. In order to accomplish my goal I signed up for weekly tutor appointments in the Academic Enrichment Center. My tutor was able to help me develop good writing and editing habits. My tutor also advised me on how to keep research
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Some students may expect me to fix their paper for them. However, that is not my responsibility; it is the student’s. My roles is merely to act as an advisor or guide through the editing process. Another challenge may be that a student has a negative attitude towards a particular subject or professor. Clearly explaining my expectations to my students helps eliminate any misunderstandings about my role as a tutor. In addition, I can help the student see how the course marital to their major or future job. I may also explain that while I understand their frustration, they should remain respectful towards their professors and do their best to engage in class. By helping students overcome these challenges, they may develop a more positive attitude towards their course work and teacher.
Throughout the tutoring process, I hope that my students will be able to see their gifts and recognize how they can use those gifts to serve the Lord and their fellow man. I also hope that God will build in my students a love for learning about his creation and using that knowledge to share their faith. Furthermore, I hope that God will build in me a loving and patient heart that he can use to help a student overcome their fears much like he did for
Some students may expect me to fix their paper for them. However, that is not my responsibility; it is the student’s. My roles is merely to act as an advisor or guide through the editing process. Another challenge may be that a student has a negative attitude towards a particular subject or professor. Clearly explaining my expectations to my students helps eliminate any misunderstandings about my role as a tutor. In addition, I can help the student see how the course marital to their major or future job. I may also explain that while I understand their frustration, they should remain respectful towards their professors and do their best to engage in class. By helping students overcome these challenges, they may develop a more positive attitude towards their course work and teacher.
Throughout the tutoring process, I hope that my students will be able to see their gifts and recognize how they can use those gifts to serve the Lord and their fellow man. I also hope that God will build in my students a love for learning about his creation and using that knowledge to share their faith. Furthermore, I hope that God will build in me a loving and patient heart that he can use to help a student overcome their fears much like he did for