For most students, biology doesn't seem that hard. The content isn't that intimidating and if you put in the time, more often than not results will follow.
I believe the most important things a tutor can do is be trusted by the student and beneficially help the student with lots of positive reinforcement rather than condescendingly negatively motivating them. Within this, it is important to create a supportive environment where the student can admit they still don't understand a topic, so that the…
Be able to answer any questions a student has.
Provide a healthy and safe learning environment.
Each session provided should be progressive toward the students goals and tasks. Making the client comfortable by making sure they understand the content or question ect.
Providing useful 'short cuts' or strategies that they might not be taught at…
The most important thing a tutor can do for their student is to listen to their concerns and adapt, clarifying complex issues, and rephrasing ideas so that they are better received. Moreover, I think an empathetic and sympathetic demeanour is necessary, so that one can understand the different perspectives that may be apparent between a tutor and…
We were all very impressed with Trent, Tamoe in particular. He was very patient and sought out a real connection with Tamoe. This really helped to get Tamoe to focus and listen. Tamoe is very keen to book in more time with Trent when school goes back.
Jaiden likes Justin as he explains how to work out the Maths in different ways and Jaiden understands this
Washim was absolutely fantastic with our daughter Josephine! He was very patient and knowledgeable. Josephine went from a C student in Semester 1 to an A student in Semester 2 last year. The only variable that changed was tutoring with Washim during that period of time.