Author Archives: "Michelle Grady"
Getting the most out of tutoring: Setting expectations for yourself
Signing up for tutoring with Skooli is the first step in advancing your learning. However, passively participating isn’t enough — it’s important to set expectations for yourself and take an active role in your learning. Speak up! If you need help in one area and you don’t think you’ve done enough review, tell your tutor.
Online tutoring: a how-to guide
If you’ve happened upon Skooli, it’s likely because you’re looking for a good place to tutor online. Online tutoring is a great way to gain one-on-one teaching experience, build your confidence in your skill and knowledge set, and earn a little extra money on the side. You might be thinking, “That all sounds great —
3 good reasons to try online tutoring
We get it — for anyone who hasn’t given online tutoring a try, it’s easy to be a skeptic. Why would an online tutoring experience be better than in-person? Let us tell you. We at Skooli believe in our edupreneurs. When there’s an open marketplace, students can be more picky about tutors’ individual skill sets
How to stay involved in your child’s learning process
Want to make sure that your child is getting the most out of his or her Skooli tutoring sessions? Below are tips for staying involved and making sure your child is learning effectively. Share expectations and goals with the tutor your child chooses Are you hoping that, with help, your daughter will be able to
How to cope with a failed grade
We’ve all been there: you sit down to take an exam and you feel like you’re reading a foreign language. The next thing you know, your teacher hands back the graded tests and you’re staring a failing grade in the face. But how gracefully we accept this failed grade depends on our coping abilities. Bad