Most people today use technology in their daily lives, in fact, it is hard not to use technology, as our world becomes increasingly smarter.
Online tutors and online tutoring has been around for a very long time and is increasingly becoming more popular, however, many parents and students do not yet recognise the benefits.
Read on for an outline of some of those benefits …
Access to a wealth of resources
You have access to a wealth of resources at the touch of a button and access to interactive technology including whiteboard space.
Convenient
It is so convenient to be able to meet with a tutor without having to leave your house. It eliminates travel expenses which are costly and time-consuming for either party. Students study in a safe and comfortable environment at a time that suits them best.
Flexible
Another advantage of online tutoring is that it provides flexibility to students who need options outside the traditional classroom setting and who would gain confidence from a one-to-one approach without the pressure of someone looking over their shoulder. It gives the student some control over their learning.
Improves computer skills
Learners are increasingly using online learning within schools and university, therefore, becoming more familiar with this style of learning is useful training for the future.
Even the most basic online course requires the development of new computer skills, as students learn to navigate different learning systems and programs. The skills students learn to participate in their online tuition translate to many professions, including creating and sharing documents, incorporating audio/video materials into your assignments and completing online training sessions.
Differentiated
Online sessions offer shy or more reticent students the opportunity to participate in discussions or chats with more ease than face-to-face class sessions. Some students say that online courses are easier to concentrate in because they are not distracted by other students and classroom activity.
Immediate access to revision
All the materials used in lessons are saved for revision purposes and individual sessions can be recorded and viewed again.