| Tutoring is one of the most effective forms of instruction. (Bloom, 1981)
The
typical student who receives tutoring will obtain achievement scores
.50 standard deviation higher than the student who does not –
translating into a 19 percentile point gain on standardized tests. (Marzano, 2003)
Research over the past 30 years is clear: one-on-one tutoring is an instructional strategy that makes a significant impact. By delivering proven strategies through peer teaching, Learning Together helps close the gap for
below-grade-level students.
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Cross-age tutors benefit: |
| Academically |
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Academically |
- Gains in reading and/or math achievement
- Motivation to learn
- Maximized time on task
- Close monitoring
- Application of strategies in the regular classroom
- Nurturing environment allows students to take risks
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- Gains in reading and/or math achievement
- Enhanced dedication to their own instruction
- Application of strategies in the regular classroom
- Improved language arts skills
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| Socially |
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Socially |
- Enhanced communication skills
- Improved interpersonal skills
- More appropriate classroom behavior
- Improved attendance
- Greater sense of belonging to school community
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- Enhanced communication skills
- Better peer relationships
- Improved attendance and drop-out rates
- Improved organizational skills
- More appropriate classroom behavior
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Emotionally |
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Emotionally |
- Greater self-esteem
- Increased goal-setting skills
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- Greater self-esteem
- Improved motivation
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