My Tutoring Philosophy
Conversation is the catalyst for developing knowledge. Nothing can be created in a vacuum, and to achieve growth in any field one has to participate in a conversation. We all participate in conversations throughout the day, either externally or internally, and we couldn’t function without them. My tutoring philosophy is centered around the facilitation of conversation. A student’s greatest resource are their numerous peers who collectively hold a wealth of information; tutoring gives a student a supporting and inclusive atmosphere in which to openly participate in collaborative learning.
I have always learned something from every tutorial, and being able to give as much information as I receive is important to me. I want every tutorial to be as beneficial for the student, and the best way to do that is to ensure that every student feels confident enough to share their ideas. Being able to support students with learning differences or those who are differently abled is key in creating a collaborative learning experience. Writing centers have always led the way by developing the theory and practice behind peer education, and we’re positioned to continue this evolution. I plan on doing my part in forwarding Writing Centers as a whole by being adaptive, open, and engaged when collaborating with my peers.