Basic skills tutoring involves working with students whose problems are more serious and complex than those needing help with a particular course or a unit within a course. A student many have a learning deficiency, an attitude or confidence problem, a poor educational background, or a combination of some or all of these conditions. As a tutor you are an important component of the TC support network designed to help these students deal with limitations, learn skills, and reach their ability level. In a variety of ways students end up in the LRC requesting tutorial assistance. Some come in on their own and some are referred by a friend, an instructor, a counselor, or a coach.
Students first complete a Request for Tutoring form.
Then the function and operation of the program is discussed, an initial determination of need is made, and the date and time for the first session is confirmed. The first meeting is extremely important and can be a key element in the success of future sessions. We have discovered from past practice that it is important for you to relax, be yourself, and use common sense. The tutee may seem tense or unsure, but that is understandable when you realize that sometimes it is difficult to ask for help or admit you are having a problem. Help the tutee relax if you sense tension or nervousness.