A Student’s Guide to Online Tutoring
A Student’s Guide to Online Tutoring
A practical guide and advice for students on
excelling with Online Tuition
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Finding best online classes
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Setting realistic expectations with online programmes
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How to learn better with an online tutor
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Online vs Offline Learning options
Finding best online classes
There are various types of online tutoring programmes available for school going students. The final decision must be based on your goals, preferences and expectation from online learning. There are a few things which you must keep in mind before zeroing in the final one.
- Duration of the course
- Complete Online Course based on video and study material
- Blended courses with real-time communication with tutors, interactive videos and study materials
- Experienced tutor with tutoring background
- Ask as many questions as possible for clarification
- Options for customization
- Additions like Exam Preparation Tips, Time Management Tips etc.
Setting realistic expectations with online programmes
Most of the online classes promises unrealistic results. Use your due-diligence and set realistic expectation with your online program.
- Set measurable goals. You need adequate time to achieve your desired goals.
For example: if you opt for an online class two months before the exams, you can’t expect the results which you may get by studying online for whole year. - Tutors are not available 24X7.
- You can’t completely rely on online classes for good marks. Self-study is equally important along with academic support.
How to learn better with an online tutor?
- Create your time management plan: Make sure your schedule is absolutely free at the time of your online sessions. Taking an online course should be more than just sitting in front of a computer. It requires REAL ENGAGEMENT. So Time Management is very important.
- Prepare your learning environment: Make your study place clutter and distraction free.
- Familiarize yourself with online classes: Once you receive your login information, try all the features and settings of your learning applications.
- Brush up your basic computer skills: Most of the students are already quite tech savvy. However, it is better to brush up the basics skills, though it is not a must requirement.
- Access to computer and internet connectivity: Seamless Internet is one of the primary requirements of online education. Though all the courses are available over phone as well, but it is better to study on computer or laptop.
Online vs Offline Learning Options
Time Consuming. Lots of time gets wasted in commuting.
Student:Teacher Ratio = 1:50
Lots of distractions.
Hesitation in asking questions.
Learn at teacher’s speed.
Top batches get top faculties, rest have to adjust.
No detailed feedback.
Study from hand written class notes.
Saves time. You can utilize the time elsewhere.
Student:Teacher Ratio = 1:1
Study Effectively with focussed mind.
Instant doubt clearing via forum, Live Chat and other tools.
Learn at your speed.
Pick your course and faculty.
Know about your performance with detailed analysis report.
Availability of Interactive Video lectures, e-books, etc. Emphasis on Visual Media.
Once you select and start any online tuition, make the most of the opportunity. Pursue your goals by reviewing the action items provided throughout this guide.
The most important thing that you need for any academic or life success is discipline.
“Anyone who has ever made anything of importance was disciplined.”
— Andrew Hendrickson
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