A tutor's guide to teaching and learning at UQ - TEDI - University of ...

Table of ContentsSECTION 1 Getting Started 1Your role and responsibilities as a tutor 1Meeting with the Course Coordinator 2“Good tutor” attributes 3Fears and concerns 4Preparation and planning 5Checklist for new tutors – Surviving your first class! 5Introductory activities – Ice-breakers 6Learning students’ names 8Establishing expectations or ground-rules 9SECTION 2 Understanding Student Learning 11What do students learn? 11How do students approach their learning? 11Theories and principles of learning 14Some notes about adult learners 15SECTION 3 Effective Small Group Teaching and Learning 19Introduction to small classes 19Role of small classes in student learning 19Essential elements of small classes 21Working with small groups 22A model of group formation and processes 23Getting students to form groups 24Techniques for group facilitation 25Ensuring equal participation 25Using questions 26Methods for group-work during class 27Dealing with difficult situations 29Problems with student participation 30Managing student behaviour 31Helping students find support 32