Cross-Age and Peer Tutoring. Cross-age and peer tutoring are methods of instruction in which learners help each other and in turn learn by teaching. Where three or four pairs are scheduled together in the resource room. Both cross-age and peer pairs can be used in this pattern. Start with those students most in need and eager to participate.
Planning is essential to ensuring smooth implementation and positive outcomes.
Some activities lend themselves well to peer teaching, such as drills and learning games. As skills develop, they need to be applied to classroom materials and content so that the student will experience immediate application of new knowledge. Tutoring programs can be structured so that both tutors and students benefit. According to the research, peer relationships contribute to social and cognitive development and socialization. Learning, friendship, and social growth are often positive outcomes.