Oliver’s tutoring session with Annika was both engaging and productive as they worked through her Year 12 Chemistry depth study on titration. Right from the beginning, Oliver took a methodical approach, carefully reviewing Annika’s experimental procedures to ensure clarity and precision. He asked numerous questions about her experimental methods to assess her understanding and clarify any ambiguities. Before making any changes, he always checked with Annika to ensure she was comfortable with modifying her methodology. As they refined her procedure, Oliver emphasized the importance of concise and precise language, ensuring all volumes were clearly stated and correcting any inconsistencies in the method. He encouraged Annika to think critically about improvements, such as standardizing her sample volumes and adjusting the number of times the flask was rinsed. When they encountered sections where her explanations were vague or overly complex, Oliver guided her in rewording them carefully to maintain accuracy while improving clarity. He also helped her identify redundant language, making her method more concise and effective. Despite the technical nature of the session, Oliver maintained a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere. Oliver’s friendly demeanor and reassuring approach contributed to the collaborative nature of editing the depth study, making the process feel less daunting, with their shared humour balancing the intensity of their work.

Oliver provided encouragement when Annika was unsure of how to phrase something and made sure she felt confident in the changes they implemented. At about the half an hour mark, Annika demonstrated initiative by suggesting they move on to another section that needed improvement, making the most of their remaining time. By the conclusion of the session, she had a clearer, more refined method for her depth study and greater confidence in her understanding of titration techniques.

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