So, as Teaching Fellows, we have to learn about educational philosophies, and one of these educational philosophies is known derives form Socrates' view on education. In AVID, tutors are encouraged to utilize the Socratic method, meaning instead of actively instructing the student, as a tutor I attempt to ask questions in order to get the student to help her self. Now, I tried to use this method last week, and it did not work very well at all, BUT, it worked this week! My student basically did not need my help at all, all I did was ask her questions and guide her in the direction she needed to be in. I was so excited that it finally worked!
I think this method is best used with a slightly more deep thinker, not to be mean, but everyone learns different, and I think the girl from the week before was slightly less capable of grasping the concept by herself than this girl was. It takes a certain curiosity and perseverance to be able to find out things for yourself and not everyone can do it.
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That's great that this method worked. I agree that everyone is different and that they understand things in differnt ways. Personally, I learn better visually so I think that this method would be difficult for me. -Taylor-
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