It is important that students are given an engaging tutoring lession. This can lead to academic growth and a great connection between a student and their tutor. This is important as we want our students to leave the lesson on a positive note.
Adapting a lesson to a student’s interests and learning style makes a big difference. This can be through personalising the learning experience by using real-life examples related to their interests and hobbies. This can build a connection between the tutor and their student. Further, the student is more likely to engage when they are comfortable with their tutor. This can lead to academic growth and success, as well as effective tutoring sessions.
Interactive learning can be beneficial for some students. This can be through whiteboards and flashcards, as well as encouraging a discussion opposed to just giving answers. Discussions encourage the student to engage with their learning material, as well as the tutor. Adding on to this, a standing whiteboard can be great in incorporating movement especially for younger students. It is vital that students are engaged in their lesson – they will want to leave knowing they achieved something, and are happy with the session and willing to continue learning and expanding on their academic knowledge.
It is important that goals are set and tracked throughout the lessons. This can be through setting small, achievable goals, and using a reward system (such as stickers or prizes) as they continue to learn. Reflection is a good way to end the session. This can be through asking the student’s questions such as ‘what have you learnt today?’ and even having the student ‘teach’ the concept back to the tutor.

Tamiah Mahoney