The TES Peer Tutoring Club at Taipei European School provides academic support to students through peer-led tutoring sessions. Students can apply to be tutors, and those needing assistance can request a tutor. The program aims to help students improve their understanding of subjects and develop valuable skills.
🤝 Who can join?
Tutors: Students confident in specific subjects who want to help others.
Tutees: Students who want extra help or a study buddy in any subject.
📚 Subjects We Support:
Maths, Science, English
Mandarin, Humanities, Languages
And more — just ask!
Purpose:
To offer academic support to students who need help in certain subjects.
To provide a platform for students to develop leadership and communication skills as tutors.
To foster a sense of community and collaboration among students.
How it works:
Students apply to be peer tutors, demonstrating academic strength in the subjects they wish to tutor.
Tutors provide support to tutees (students receiving tutoring) before, during, and after school hours.
The program often involves training sessions for tutors to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Tutees can also request tutors based on their specific needs and academic challenges.
Benefits:
For Tutors:
Tutors gain valuable experience in leadership, communication, and teaching, while also fulfilling community service requirements and enhancing their college applications, according to the Xaverian Peer Tutoring Club website.
For Tutees:
Students receive individualized academic support, which can lead to improved understanding of subjects, increased test scores, and a boost in overall academic performance, says the TES Idea website.
For the School:
The program promotes a positive learning environment and encourages a culture of peer support and collaboration.
Additional Information:
The Taipei European School has a strong emphasis on holistic education, including pastoral care and social-emotional learning, which aligns well with the peer tutoring program.
The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including various clubs and sports, providing students with diverse opportunities to learn and grow.
The school also has a dedicated counseling service to support students' well-bein