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Directive vs. Non-directive Turoring
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References
New Page 1. (n.d.). <i>New Page 1</i>. Retrieved February26, 2014, from http://facweb.northseattle.edu/dtarker/training/module3p3.htm
Balance
North Seattle Community College
Online Tutor Training:
"Directive vs. Non-Directive Tutoring"
Therefore, when a student has a strong understanding of the subject matter, a tutor should take a more non-directive approach to the session, acting more like a facilitator who is drawing knowledge from the student.
However, when a student possesses limited to no knowledge about the subject, the tutor should not shy away from being directive and providing them the knowledge they need to succeed.
Non-directive Tutoring
Formula
A. More student knowledge, less tutor knowledge = more nondirective methods
B. Less student knowledge more tutor knowledge = more directive methods
Non-directive: an unobtrusive role in order to encourage free expression and problem resolution by the client or patient.
Directive vs. Non-directive Approach
Non- directive Approach
The tutor who takes the non-directive approach is more of a facilitator, helping the student draw out the knowledge he already
In some ways, the Non-Directive approach embodies the old adage: “Give a man a fish, you’ll feed him for a day; teach him how to fish, you’ll feed him for a lifetime.” Tutors are in effect modeling how to be a self-directed learner.
Peter Carino'S View
Directive Tutoring
Carino believes:
• A directive approach is entirely appropriate for low level students.
• A tutorial session can shift back and forth between directive and non-directive approaches.
• A session can also shift back and forth with both tutor and student serving as the authority during various points in the tutorial.
Directive: An order or instruction, especially one issued by a central authority.
A tutor who engages in directive tutoring becomes a surrogate teacher, taking the role of an authority and imparting knowledge.
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