Sample Tutoring Sessions

This video shows brief examples of typical tutoring sessions at the SJSU Writing Center that focus on any one of the three areas that we commonly cover: grammar, content, and formatting.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:44 Example 1: Grammar
3:58 Example 2: Content
5:32 Example 3: Formatting
5:55 Wrapping Up/Ending the Session

[NewEnglandPatriotsfan]

Dang this guy is one of the best tutors I've seen

[helenhill]

Asking the student to talk about what might need to be discussed is a good reminder that the paper is, after all, the student's work and not the tutor's. The part I particularly liked was the idea of having a final review of what had been covered in the session. The student was also challenged at the beginning of the session to realize that the concepts covered should help her to know about how to be able to continue to make the same evaluations on her own throughout the rest of the paper. I was glad to be able to write down the steps taken by the tutor, to remind myself to do those things, too.

[carlamannix]

These simulations demonstrate many best practices, esp. for grammar. I know it's a very brief demo and can't address everything, but it would be great if he closed by asking her what she remembered from the session. Also, several of his statements reminded me of destructive patterns in Gibb's communication model (control and superiority). They centered the attention around his knowledge and approval: "Have you heard of..., " "..read aloud FOR ME, " "one thing you SHOULD know, " "Perfect."

[peertutoringstlcc-fv]

Well, done and a clear example of how to conduct this type of tutoring session. Thank you.

[anonymoususer]

I find it hilarious that "Danny" is the only character who doesn't use the name of their actor

[tutorhack]

Awesome! Just subscribed can't wait to see more!

[taurusdohc]

Awesome! If those are both employees, why not switch their roles? :)

[divyamelitta]

hi Danny.... you are such a nice person.
you are a nice tutor too....