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Peer Tutoring
 
 

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Welcome to the Peer Tutoring program! Our program is internationally certified at Level 1 through the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). This accrediting organization reported that our certification application which we debuted via a new website was one of the best of 2010. http://albrightcrla.weebly.com/

Tutoring is a free service provided to all Albright students. Each semester we offer tutoring in many subject areas such as Spanish, math, science, sociology, psychology and accounting. Our ALC tutors are trained in effective learning and tutoring techniques and they are supervised by the ALC staff. Tutors can offer you assistance in test preparation, homework, assignments, study guides and study strategies.

The philosophy of our Peer Tutoring Program is that tutoring peer to peer is a wonderful way for students to develop course mastery and learn new skills, too. Our peer tutors are committed to working with you on a weekly basis and have experienced firsthand the impact tutoring makes on their tutees learning and performance.

 

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  • 96% believed they learned new study skills and learning strategies

  • 99% believed tutoring prepared them to be successful in their class

  • 99% believed their tutor listened to their concerns about the class

  • 99% believed their tutors were patient with their learning process

  • 97% reported they felt more confident about their abilities as a result of tutoring

  • 99% believed their tutors helped prepare them for exams, quizzes and projects

  • 95% reported they would request a tutor in the future

  • 99% reported they would recommend tutoring services to their friends

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Student Testimonials about Tutoring

“Using tutoring helped me understand the class a lot more. They also helped me with testing strategies because they had my professors at one point which made it a lot easier.”

“Tutoring helped me clear up a lot of things that I was unclear on in class. My tutor went further into explaining things that I thought were confusing and also helped me to remember some of the information that would be on tests.”

“I met my Spanish tutor two times a week and it really helped me set aside time to study and get my work done.  It also helped me greatly with exams as my tutor knew exactly how to help me be prepared for an upcoming quiz or exam.”

“Tutoring really helped me in the long run. My tutor helped me pick out specific things that I needed to study instead of studying everything that my teacher gave me. She also helped me figure out little tricks to help me study and gave me extra problems to help me focus on certain aspects of the lesson that were going to be on the test.”

“Thank you for your time and understanding, and thank you for making sure the tutoring center/ALC runs smoothly, because it really does help and it did help me.  I look forward to knowing that I will have the help of amazing tutors the next time I attempt to take calculus or any other class.”

My tutor…

“…made sure I understood the material before moving on.”
“…was very patient and helpful.”
“…was interested in understanding what I don’t understand and why.”
“…was always willing to help.”
“…conveyed complex terms clearly.”
“…guided me through problems.”
… was friendly, reliable, and helpful.
“… used different ways to help me learn.”
“…knew the material really well and had great tips to help me with studying and taking tests.”
“…always listened to problems and gave useful feedback.”
“…gave me practice problems, thoroughly explained something if I did not understand it, helped quiz me, and made me feel
     confident in class.”

 
 
How Tutoring Works
 

Tutors and tutees (that’s the student being tutored) will do this:

  • Establish an agreed upon, scheduled time to meet each week. Each will arrive on time, cancellations require at least 24 hours notice.
  • Each will arrive prepared and ready with questions. Tutees will arrive having completed readings and assignments.

It’s important to know that tutors are not responsible for your grades; instead they are responsible for assisting you with study skills and course content. Tutoring is not a substitute for class attendance. Tutees are strongly encouraged to notify their professors if they are using the ALC tutoring service because it demonstrates effort and care for their class.

Once you fully complete the online form:

  • We will make an assignment match within 72 business hours. Your assignments will be communicated to you via e-mail by our tutor coordinator.
  • Your assigned tutor will then contact you within 48 business hours to schedule your first meeting. You will then find a time to meet on a weekly basis.
  • Should you miss sessions, your tutor will notify the ALC director.
  • There is no guarantee of tutor availability in every subject, particularly when the request is received late in the semester.

NOTE: Tutoring must be done in a public location, preferably in the Academic Learning Center, the Tutoring Lab in the Computer Center, or the Library.

 
Request a Tutor Online
 

Individual Tutor Request Form
Please note that tutoring services are available to undergraduate students only.  Students in the ADP program need to contact the ADP Director for academic support.

 
 
Apply to Become a Tutor
 

The ALC is currently seeking new tutors for Albright’s Level 1 internationally certified Peer Tutoring Program. Peer tutors are viewed as academic leaders who are offered a unique opportunity to make a difference on campus. All peer tutors must meet the following minimum requirements: completion of at least one semester at Albright, overall GPA of 3.00 or higher, a B+ or higher in the course(s) one will tutor, and good standing with the college.