Kenneth K.
- Baxter, MN 56425 ( 33 mi )
- Elementary Tutor
- Male
- Member Since: 07/2010
- Will travel up to 40 miles
- Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
- Also Tutors: Elementary Social Studies, Elementary Science, Elementary Math, Elementary Phonics, Basic Learning Skills
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I will ask a student some questions to find out what they know about the subject. I listen carefully for clues to potential obstacles the student is facing. How the student feels about the subject is affected by perception of difficulty and personal ability, and by perception of importance. I want the student to gain a sense of accomplishment as early as possible in order to establish self-motivation. I work to establish in the student a base of knowledge or experience, and I teach the student how to use that as a springboard for learning further material and solving puzzles or resolving questions. Keeping the student aware of the larger context for the material is a constant habit as well.
I worked with the Minnesota Literacy Council tutoring adult learners in basic math and reading skills. I attempted multiple approaches with each person until we found one that allowed the learne ... read more
