Peer Tutoring

Overview:

Students who are ready to teach a skill pair up with a student hoping to learn the skills. Having a structured routine for tutoring sessions helps students move through the process effectively. There are many different ways to structure the sessions but however it is structured, tutoring should happen routinely in each unit providing a vehicle where students know how to ask for help.

During this routine, learners...

promotes critical thinking

requires students to use and develop language skills

develops appreciation of the talents and strengths of others

students can efficiently clarify confusions and build confidence

During this routine, teachers...

provides students with concrete steps for building understanding when teaching peers.

increases the number of students receiving individual teaching during a lesson.

Helpful Handouts:

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