Lance
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree:University of Oregon- Bachelors, Chemistry
Running, Snowboarding, Hiking
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
Figure out the strengths and weaknesses the student has with the subject being discussed in the session. This task will be accomplished by asking the student questions about what they like and dislike about the subject of the first session. Working problems will also be a part of the first session to understand the thought process of the student.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
By being enthusiastic and motivational when tutoring. Making the content of the sessions interesting will engage the student and make the student interested in seeking out more information about the topic. Also, I would show students the various resources available to them to help learn outside of the required textbook and classroom setting. In my sessions, I will also help students become an independent learner by having discussions about the material instead of lecturing. Talking about the material in my opinion is more engaging and could help the student fill the gaps in their knowledge when we discuss the material.