When the school bell rings for the final time, the last thing most students and parents have on their mind for the summer is studying. However, summer provides the perfect opportunity for students to continue learning. Regardless of whether or not you’ve worked with a tutor in the past, the summer months may be a good time to consider hiring one. Below are just some of the benefits of summer tutoring.
You Have More Time
During the summer, you have more time to devote to your tutoring sessions. Without the daily grind that accompanies the school year, you have more freedom to choose how you spend your time. When you work with a tutor during the school year, it becomes one more thing you have to fit into your schedule. With extra time in your sche
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Summer Tutoring
September 14, 2015
Article examines five benefits of summer tutoring for students.
Writing an Effective Essay
July 15, 2015
Article includes five tips for writing an effective essay.
One of the tasks students dread most is writing essays. Explaining your thoughts in person is one thing, but getting them down on a paper is another. Putting together a coherent, cohesive argument in writing can be daunting for many students. However, there is no way to avoid it. It will be required throughout your academic career. To make it a little less intimidating, here are five tips for writing an effective essay.
Formulate Your Thesis
Before you begin writing, you need to come up with a thesis statement that tells the reader the subject and purpose of your essay. It sets the tone and prepares your audience for what they can expect to read. For example, if you are writing an essay about women in the work force, a plausible thesis might be “
Starting a Tutoring Business
June 15, 2015
Article explores six factors tutors should consider when starting a tutoring business.
If you are thinking about starting a tutoring business, there are many things you will need to do before you begin. Below are just a few of the factors you should consider regardless of whether you will be working independently or plan to hire employees to work for you.
Permits/Licenses
Be sure to obtain all of the required permits and licenses that are necessary to make your business legal. These may be required even if you plan to work independently from your home. Check the requirements for your local area to ensure you don’t incur any fines/penalties for not complying with local business regulations.
Finances
Although not a requirement if you are working independently, keeping your business and personal finances separate is a good idea when starting a tutoring business. It is
Choosing a Major
May 18, 2015
Article includes four things for students to consider when choosing a major.
If you’re planning to attend college, there will come a time when you will have to pick a major. Since the major you select will impact the courses you take throughout college and help prepare you for life after you graduate, choosing a major is a big decision. If you already know what you want to study, you’re ahead of the game. However, if you’re like many prospective college freshmen, you may be considering several different options, or you might have no idea what you want to study. Listed below are four ways you can find the major that’s right for you.
Take Advantage of Your Skills/Interests
Do you love to write? Are you great with numbers? Choose a major that puts your skills and interests to good use. While it may be tempting to select a major you think has
Scheduling College Visits
February 16, 2015
Article about the importance of scheduling college visits. Learn four reasons students should consider scheduling college visits.
If you are a high school student interested in going to college, it’s never too early to start thinking about scheduling college visits. In today’s information age, an in-person visit may not seem necessary. But taking the time to visit the campuses of colleges and universities you are interested in attending will provide you with insight you can’t get from brochures, the internet or other information you have received.
It is a good idea to begin visiting schools before your senior year. Touring different campuses will help you narrow down your search and doing so before your senior year will give you a chance to re-visit your top choices before you have to make a decision about what school you want to attend. Below is a list of four reasons you s
Preparing for an Effective Tutoring Session
January 19, 2015
Article discusses five ways tutors can prepare for an effective tutoring session.
You’re knowledgeable in the subject matter you’re tutoring; you know how to motivate your students; and you’re an expert on keeping a positive attitude. But you still need to take time to prepare for every tutoring session if you want to be an effective tutor to your students. Below are five tips to help you and your students make the most out of each tutoring session.
Communicate With Your Students
If you don’t know what exactly it is that your students need help with, you cannot create an effective lesson plan. Communicate with your students prior to your session to find out what concepts they want to focus on. Find out what their goals are. Getting as much information as possible about your tutees and what they want to achieve wil
Four Ways You Can Encourage Your Child to Read
November 17, 2014
Articles teaches parents four ways they can encourage their child to read.
Some children love to read from an early age, while others need some encouragement to pick up a book. Regardless of whether your child is a natural reader or needs a little extra push, it is important to help your child develop good reading habits. If you can teach your child to enjoy reading when they are young, it is something they will likely continue to enjoy as they grow up. Here are four tips for teaching your child how much fun reading can be.
Read With Your Child
Make reading part of your child’s daily routine at a very young age, even before they begin talking. When you incorporate reading into your child’s day, they will think of it as a natural part of their routine, rather than another chore they have to check off their list. In addi
Where Should I Conduct Tutoring Sessions?
October 13, 2014
Four places tutors can conduct sessions with students.
After making the decision to become a tutor, you need to decide where you want to conduct your tutoring sessions. It’s important to find a location that is easy and convenient for you and your students. And you need to make sure the place you choose is conducive to holding a session. You want to select somewhere that is quiet, free of distractions and accessible to both of you. Below are a few locations where you might consider tutoring your students.
Your Clients’ Homes
This is undoubtedly the most convenient option for your students. They don’t have to worry about arranging transportation to meet you anywhere, and they are in an environment where they feel comfortable. If you choose to tutor your students in their homes, make sure