Course Code: YED–1A
Peer Tutoring 11 is a course that is designed to help students develop an awareness of student diversity, establish collaborative teaching-learning relationships, discover various learning styles, and foster invaluable skills such as empathy and understanding. Peer Tutors support teachers and students in classrooms where there are diverse needs while learning the learning the theory behind effective teaching strategies. The leadership, empathy, and communication skills developed in this course are essential life and employability skills. Peer Tutoring is recommended for students who are working towards human services careers, such as teaching, counselling, and social work.
In addition to the daily peer tutoring role, students are required to attend Peer Tutoring meetings during Flex and complete assignments. Consistent, regular, and active attendance and participation are mandatory for success in Peer Tutoring.
Enrolment in Peer Tutoring 11 does not guarantee placement in the course. All students must complete an expression of interest form to be considered for Peer Tutoring 11.