10 Effective Communication Skills For Enhanced Tutoring Sessions

Description  Overview The Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC & U) identifies effective oral and written communication as a twenty-first-century skill for student and career success. Serving as a tutor is a key opportunity for undergraduates and professionals alike to hone their skill sets in this area. Indeed, effective communication is one of the most important skill sets that a tutor needs to be effective and responsive when working with tutees. While some of the communication techniques utilized in a tutoring session may be straightforward and relatively easy to master, others require thoughtful, intentional work on the part of the tutor and clear and experiential instruction on the part of the tutor trainer. To be successful, tutors must use communication skills to build rapport with their tutee, create a challenging yet supportive learning environment, and guide the tutoring session effectively. In addition, there are key active listening and que