It's that time of year that all kids and teenagers long for and most parents regret, SUMMER! Those lazy, hazy days when parents are scrambling to find something for their kids to do or somewhere for them to go. Summer Tutoring Programs seem to be the answer for many. With so many children having a hard time passing tests and moving on to the next level and others trying to get a competitive edge preparing for college, tutoring during the summer seems like a great idea.
There are many different types of tutoring programs available. There are math tutoring programs. reading tutoring programs, test prepartion tutoring programs and foreign language tutoring programs to name a few.
If your child struggled with math this past school year, is transitioning from elementary school to middle school or middle school to high school, a summer math tutoring program may be just the "ticket" they need. OR maybe your child hates reading and has struggled through elementary school or is transitioning to become an upper classmen, a summer reading tutoring program can be beneficial for them.
Most of the tutoring programs are 4-6 weeks and are held outside the home, although you could hire a private tutor to tutor at your home. You may think that all summer progams are held in groups and led by a tutor, but that is not necessarily the case. Tutoring programs range from large groups to one-on-one sessions and can include a blend of learning methods (facilator led, group interaction, and computer based). When selecting a summer program ask if tutors are certified or specialize in a particular subject. Ask how the program will engage your child, peak their interest and encourage them. Ask how they measure improvement and if an initial assessment is given. The more detailed information you receive the easier it will be to match your child with the "right" summer tutoring program.
THE RIGHT SUMMER TUTORING PROGRAM COULD MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR CHILD'S OUTLOOK ON SCHOOL
Always Learning
P. Denise Smith
P. Denise Smith holds a bacherlor's degree from University of Michigan, is a member of The National Tutoring Association, grandmother of four and operates TutorByDenise.com
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