Tutorial Activities Research Articles

Aligning Peer Tutoring System in Language Education: A Comparative Study of Face-to-face and Online Delivery Modes

This paper not only addresses the academic gap in current pedagogical practices but also connects with broader educational goals of equipping learners with skills that are directly applicable in real-life situations, including the workplace. This paper sets out to present an action research study and discusses the design and implementation of a peer tutoring system for Cantonese as a second language learners at a university in Hong Kong. Background and theoretical considerations of this peer tutoring system are discussed. The special focus of this action research will be on the implementation of this peer tutoring system before and during the COVID pandemic and its sustainable development. This paper also discusses the change from face-to-face peer tutoring activities to synchronous interactive online mode during the pandemic, the re-conceptualization of pedagogical design, and the development of the peer tutoring system in the post-pandemic period. This paper addresses research questions relating to how effective the peer tutoring system is in facilitating students’ Cantonese learning and what advantages the peer tutoring system can bring to face-to-face and online delivery modes. The discussions are based on the analysis of feedback from tutors and tutees. Additionally, the possibility of applying blended and online peer tutoring in language education in the long run will also be discussed.

A tutor training framework for radiographers: Basic concepts to effectively train future generations of professionals

IntroductionClinical practice is crucial for the professional development of radiographers. To effectively benefit from their training, students need guidance from well-trained and competent tutors. However, the literature lacks evidence of training programs specifically designed for radiographer tutors. This study aims to suggest a novel framework able to identify the key elements of a successful tutor training curriculum for radiographers. MethodsThrough a literature review on the topic of tutor training in the healthcare sector, a novel tutor training framework specifically for radiographers was developed. This model is structured into two main components: knowledge development and skill acquisition. The framework emphasizes four key topics: understanding the essence of tutoring; conducting briefing, debriefing, and providing feedback; addressing students' psychosocial challenges; conducting simulations and role plays. It concludes with a skill test. ResultsThe proposed curriculum highlights the importance of tutors understanding their roles and responsibilities, as well as the significance of providing feedback and conducting briefing activities. Noteworthy additions to this pioneering model include an in-depth examination of the psychosocial challenges faced by students during their training and the introduction of role-playing activities. These activities help tutors develop empathy and better understand the students' perspectives and needs, therefore optimizing the tutoring experience. ConclusionThis framework outlines the fundamental principles that tutors should incorporate into their daily tutoring activities to maximize student learning and engagement. Emphasis is placed on understanding the psychological challenges faced by students, which can help tutors tailor their teaching to better meet students' needs. Implication for practiceThe proposed framework wills to promote significant improvement in the clinical practice of future professionals through the optimization of tutors' competencies.

Impact Level of Post-COVID-19 Burnout Syndrome in a University in Southeastern Mexico

Objective: The objective of this study is to determine the level of impact of post-COVID-19 Burnout Syndrome in the Faculty of Accounting and Administration at a university in Southeastern Mexico. Theoretical Framework: A diagnosis of post-COVID-19 stress levels and their relationship with tutoring activities in the teaching-learning process is designed and developed, highlighting the importance of mental health as established by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO). Method: The universe for this research will be one of the university’s affiliated centers. The methodology will be descriptive, using a questionnaire to measure three important aspects: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment. Results and Discussion: The results revealed high levels of emotional exhaustion in both students and tutors, as well as elevated levels of depersonalization. Lastly, most of the evaluated population shows low levels of personal accomplishment. Based on these results, it is suggested to implement actions for the tutorial action plan to prevent stress-related situations like those associated with Burnout Syndrome. Research Implications: This study presents a positive perspective, providing an opportunity to help students adapt to new situations, while tutors remain alert and motivated to prevent dangers such as chronic stress, depression, and suicide. Tutorial action is oriented towards providing the necessary attention to students during their academic journey, enabling them to achieve adequate academic performance. Originality/Value: This article offers an innovative perspective on burnout syndrome in the university environment. The uniqueness of this work lies in its diagnostic approach, which not only reveals the manifestations of burnout through attitudes, emotions, and beliefs, but also emphasizes the importance of early intervention.

Game-based Learning for Science Education in Institutional Care Settings in Northwestern Mexico

Play has been key to knowledge acquisition, creativity, and innovation. In education, game-based learning (GBL) is a physical and digital environment that enhances learning outcomes in students. This paper presents the results of observational research on game-based learning in science education as a motivation for young students from two institutional care settings in Northwestern Mexico, in the State of Sonora. The observational research touched on 1) game-based learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, and 2) learning motivation in vulnerable student groups. This paper focuses on the authors' experiences, most of them early researchers focused on science education, their purpose of promoting game-based learning in STEM education, and interviews with representatives from both institutions. We found that game-based learning was seen as a novelty, innovative, and motivational way of engaging young students from institutional care settings to learn and become curious about the STEM field. We also designed and created games focused on STEM subjects in both institutions. Students living in institutional care settings face even greater obstacles regarding education. In some instances, the lack of mentorship or follow-up tutoring activities can determine their academic outcome or lack thereof. With the ever-changing world of technology, industries demand highly qualified people in STEM fields. Nonetheless, international organizations such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) have reported that school systems around the world are not equipped with the proper teaching methodologies for students to acquire basic skills such as mathematics nor critical thinking. In Mexico, public school systems and institutional care settings often lack teacher training or mentorship approaches to promote STEM education. This paper concludes with a reflection on the benefits of GBL in STEM education in such settings and suggestions for student-led collaborations with children and youth in such settings.

Using image-reflections to support undergraduate students’ relational employability: A practitioner reflection

This practitioner reflection explores our integration of the Relational Employability Framework within the Health Research Project capstone unit of a Bachelor of Health Science degree. To address the historically low quality of student reflections, we incorporated image-based reflective activities to improve engagement and depth. These activities encouraged students to use visual media to examine their developing relational employability. We developed and implemented a series of tutorial activities designed to scaffold this process, aiming to foster deeper reflective practice and highlight its importance for career development and employability. Our reflections indicate that, while grades did not significantly increase, students showed enhanced critical thinking and engagement with reflective practice, suggesting the framework’s effectiveness in broadening awareness and enriching employability overall. We discuss the need for peer support among educators to sustain and enhance reflective practices in teaching-learning and conclude with thoughts on our ongoing efforts to embed and expand reflective practices in teaching approaches

Модель компетенций, в том числе цифровых, специалистов сопровождения образовательных проектов (тьюторов) в системе дополнительного профессионального образования на примере АНО ВО «Университет Иннополис»

The study aims to design, develop, and test a Competency model, including digital competencies, for educational project support specialists (tutors) in the system of additional professional education. The paper examines the organization of tutoring support in the context of additional professional education. The study identifies the stages of tutoring support, determines the specifics of the work of tutors in an additional professional education organization, and highlights the clusters and spheres of competencies for tutors. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that the developed Competency model for the first time includes Digital Competencies and Self Competencies, alongside Hard and Soft Competencies. As a result of the study, the specifics, features, and possibilities of tutoring in additional professional education in the context of digital transformation of education are identified, clusters and spheres of competencies for tutors are highlighted, and the levels of competence mastery are determined. The conducted analysis of tutoring activities allowed for the development of the Competency model, including digital competencies, for educational project support specialists (tutors) in the additional professional education system.

The Impact of Two-Stage Testing and Other Tutorial Co-Learning Activities on Cohort Cohesion and Learning Outcomes in a Large-Enrollment Undergraduate Course

Large enrollments in undergraduate courses pose several teaching and learning challenges that impact students’ learning experience and performance. Implementing co-learning activities in tutorials of large courses can help mitigate these challenges and improve the learning environment. One type of collaborative learning activity that has become increasingly popular is two-stage testing but there are limitations to how two-stage testing has been conducted. We undertook a study to elucidate whether our modified two-stage testing protocol and other co-learning activities performed in tutorials can enhance the learning experiences of undergraduate students and foster a sense of community in a large-enrollment research methods course. The specific aims of our study were to: 1) Assess whether co-learning activities including two stage testing in tutorials improves learning outcomes and fosters cohort cohesion in a large-enrollment junior undergraduate science course. 2) Evaluate the impact of our modified two-stage testing approach on student learning and long-term retention. To assess cohort cohesion students were asked to complete a survey and were invited to participate in focus groups. Results indicated that tutorials did foster cohort cohesion among students in the tutorial. The tutorial activities helped scale down the course size and connect with their peers. We tested our modified two-stage testing protocol by administering a two-stage test (an individual test consisting of short-answer questions followed by a group test that was comprised of a subset of the individual test questions that was completed during tutorials). Approximately three months after the individual test, a retention test was administered. Student grades were significantly higher in group tests compared to the individual tests. Interestingly, students on average scored 6.2% higher on the retention test questions that were from the group test, compared to questions that were only on the individual test. These results support the idea that group tests help improve student retention. Students reported tutorials and two-stage testing to be a positive learning experience.

Teams Games Tournament Learning Model to Improve Elementary School Students' Mathematical Creative Thinking Skills

The mathematical creative thinking skills of students are still relatively low and need to be improved. Thus, they need a learning model that can enhance their mathematical creative thinking skills. One of the solutions to this problem is the cooperative learning model using the Teams Games Tournament method. This research aims to analize the result of the Teams Games Tournament cooperative learning model on grade IV students' mathematical creative thinking skills. This study used a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group design. The population of this study consists of 251 students, selected using a cluster random sampling technique, with a description test used as the data collection method. Data on mathematical creative thinking skills, obtained from post-test results, were analyzed with descriptive statistical techniques and inferential statistical analysis, specifically the polled variance t-test. The polled variance t-test resulted in tcount (4.73539) > ttable (1.67528) with 5% significance level. According to the test results, it can be concluded that the Teams Games Tournament cooperative learning model significantly affects the grade IV students' elementary school mathematical creative thinking skills. The TGT cooperative learning method can help students understand the concept of subject matter through solving real problems with daily life, peer tutor activities to deepen understanding of the material, playing games, and tournament activities.

Upaya Meningkatkan Kemampuan Literasi Dan Numerasi Pada Anak Melalui Bimbingan Belajar Di Desa Sawoo Kabupaten Ponorogo

The free tutoring community service activity at the Al-Mutaqqin Prayer Room in Sawoo Village was carried out because so far there has never been a single non-formal tutoring program in the Sawoo Village area. Elementary school age children only study formally at school and some of them get additional education through independent study at home with parental guidance. This activity aims to explore students' abilities to improve literacy and numeracy to make it even better. Participants in this tutoring service activity are all students from grade 1 to grade 6 of elementary school. Tutoring was carried out in order to familiarize and also improve literacy and numeracy learning abilities for children in the environment around Sawoo Village. The implementation of the activity was carried out in 3 stages. First, make an activity plan by first observing students' literacy and numeracy skills. Second, the implementation takes the form of free tutoring which is held 4 times a week with a duration of 1 hour 30 minutes. Third, evaluate and monitor activities that have been carried out. The results obtained from this free tutoring activity are an increase in students' abilities in the areas of literacy and numeracy, students are also able to solve problems in the context of daily life and are able to follow and understand the material taught in this tutoring process well.

Pelatihan Aritmatika dalam Menunjang Prestasi Siswa Siswi di Sekolah Dasar Negeri Purwakarta Cilegon

The intelligence of an elementary school teacher in delivering material needs to be supported by the family environment and the role of the student's parents. From here we know that improving and developing the quality of knowledge about Mathematics is important. Purwakarta State Elementary School students in Cilegon City find it easier to remember and understand Mathematics lessons if they enjoy doing it and are accompanied by real experiences in everyday life. The role of higher education through the Tridharma of Higher Education is to carry out education, research and community service. One form of this obligation and concern is that as a Permanent Lecturer or academic at Serang Raya University, I intend to carry out community service to the students of Purwakarta State Elementary School, Cilegon City through Arithmetic training. This community service aims to provide learning services that are tailored to the learning difficulties of students at the Purwakarta State Primary School, Cilegon City. This Community Service Activity (PKM) is carried out in the classrooms of each class. As a result of the tutoring activities carried out by tutors for students, it can be concluded that there has been an increase in student learning outcomes

Use of GeoGebra integrated Screencast Media: Can it help students improve mathematical understanding in Online Tutorial Activities?

The Calculus I course is a course that has a high level of difficulty, it is important for tutors to find the right way to convey mathematical concepts in this course. One method used to help students understand the Calculus 1 course is by using Screencast Media assisted by the Geogebra application. This research aims to determine the effectiveness of using Screencast media assisted by Geogebra in improving mathematical understanding skills in the Calculus I course. This research design uses One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The participants involved in this research were 35 online tutorial students who took the Calculus I course. Furthermore, data collection in this research used a concept understanding test. Data obtained from the test results were analyzed using the one sample t-test. The research results show that the use of screencast media assisted by Geogebra effectively increases students' mathematical understanding in the calculus I course. Students can easily understand mathematical concepts conveyed through video screencasts assisted by Geogebra. Thus, the implementation of this media is expected to improve the quality of teaching and mathematical understanding of students in higher education.

Tutorial and Lecture Activities on Deep Online Learning in Dentistry

Online learning has become a new normal in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this learning mode has brought many challenges that can impact the learning experience. The study aims to evaluate student feedback on the online learning model and identify any challenges that require attention to enhance the quality of Dentistry education at Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta. This research is a descriptive observational study that utilized a cross-sectional approach. A modified questionnaire comprising 27 questions was distributed to collect the data. It was found that most of the 277 surveyed students agreed that implementing online learning in tutorial activities had a positive impact. Notably, 47.3% of the students found the online tutorial activities to be an excellent way to learn the material, while an equal number of students, 47.3% believed that they developed their tolerance during the online tutorial group sessions. Furthermore, the student responses to the online lecture activities were also positive, with 40.8% of the students finding comfort in the recorded classes, while 37.2% better understood the material through the online lectures. As for student satisfaction, the majority of the surveyed students expressed their satisfaction with the online learning experience regarding the material 52%, learning strategy 40,4%, availability of e-resources 49,1%, and assistance provided 42,6%. Students responded positively to online learning in tutorials and lectures and reported overall satisfaction with online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bimbingan Belajar Literasi Dan Numerasi Bagi Anak Tingkat SD Dan SMP Di Desa Nagori Sihalpe Kec. Haranggaol Horison

Community Service (PkM) Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) HKBP Nomensen University Medan is a service program carried out by a team of students and DPL lecturers with the title "Literacy and Numeracy Tutoring for Elementary and Middle School Level Children in Nagori Sihalpe Village, District. Haranggaol Horizon”. Implementation of literacy and numeracy guidance is a fundamental competency that has an important role in determining the quality of a nation. In the field of education, especially at the elementary and junior high school levels, literacy and numeracy competencies are made the focus of learning and set as competency standards that students must have. Literacy and numeracy can provide provisions for students to adapt to life outside the classroom. However, in fact, the literacy and numeracy competencies of students in Indonesia are still low and education is also not as developed as it should be, so it is far behind other countries. Community Service (PkM) in Nagori village is carried out by providing tutoring activities to improve literacy and numeracy for elementary school and junior high school aged children in the area where students live.

Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran Baca Tulis Qur’an (BTQ) Melalui Bimbingan Belajar Tahsin di SDN Wanawali

Al-Qur'an education in Indonesia, as a majority Muslim community, should receive primary attention. However, the reality on the ground shows that Al-Qur'an teaching does not receive adequate time allocation in the curriculum, causing many students to have difficulty reading and writing the Qur'an. The Al-Qur'an Reading and Writing (BTQ) program using the tahsin tutoring method is a solution with a significant impact that can be felt. This research uses the PAR (Participatory Action Research) research method, which is defined as researchers participating and taking action directly in community service activities. This research is a Community Service Activity which aims to help students and teachers at SDN Wanawali overcome the problem of learning the Al-Qur'an. Using the Tahsin Tutoring method, as part of the Al-Qur'an Reading and Writing Program. This research includes the stages of location survey, observation, planning, implementation and evaluation. The subjects of this research were students in grades 5 and 6 of SDN Wanawali, Cibatu District, Purwakarta Regency, starting on 16 – 23 February 2024. The research results showed that Tahsin Tutoring activities succeeded in increasing students' enthusiasm in learning to read, write and memorize the Al-Qur'an. The Iqra book sorogan method, short surah reading tests, and memorization quizzes provide an interactive and interesting learning experience. Grade 5 and 6 students showed improvements in Al-Qur'an skills, while PAIBP teachers at SDN Wanawali became more creative in delivering learning material.

Student Involvement in Online Tutorial Activities for Environmental Chemistry Course

Distance education students learn through networks. This study aims to analyze student involvement in online tutorial activities. This research is a survey research to all students participating in the online tutorial of the Environmental Chemistry course. Data was obtained from 26 students who filled out and returned questionnaires from 42 students who participated in online tutorial activities for environmental chemistry courses. The instrument used is a questionnaire containing questions developed from 6 indicators of student involvement in learning. The data obtained are analyzed descriptively. The results obtained show that: 1) Students tend to be motivated to follow online tutorials (agree = 76.53%, strongly agree = 14.44%), 2) Students are able to collaborate with friends in tutorials (agree = 71.42%, strongly agree = 28.57%), 3) Students are able to solve cognitive problems (agree = 90.46%, strongly agree = 9.53%), 4) Students are able to interact with lecturers (agree = 88.56%, strongly agree = 11.44%), 5) Students feel supported by the community (agree = 92.85%, strongly agree = 5.36%), and 6) Students are able to manage their learning (agree = 76.17%, strongly agree = 21.92%). Other research results in the form of student expectations statements, namely: 1) Online tutorial materials should be made more innovative, 2) increase practice questions, 3) prefer if lecturers respond directly to the results of discussions in a faster time so that students can improve discussions and become more active. Other responses conveyed by students are: 1) students like to gain knowledge and open new interesting insights related to environmental problems, 2) students want to deepen the material, 3) students are motivated to find solutions to problems faced in the field, 4) tutors pay enough attention because they remind students of the deadlines for completing discussions and assignments.

Peer Tutoring Activities Implementation in Arabic Language Development at Indonesian Islamic Universities

This study explores the utilization of peer tutoring activities to enhance Arabic language development in higher education, addressing challenges such as knowledge gaps and the lack of a conducive learning environment. Focusing on the Arabic Language Education Study Program at FTIK IAIN Palangka Raya, the research investigates the involvement of third and fifth-semester students in peer tutoring activities organized by HMPS PBA. Employing a qualitative approach, data collection involves interviews, observations, and documentation, with four Arabic tutors and lecturers serving as subjects and informants, respectively. Through analysis stages including data collection, reduction, presentation, and conclusion, the study examines the efficacy of peer tutoring in Arabic language learning. Findings reveal that tutors engage in preparatory steps, observation, and implementation to facilitate Arabic language development effectively. Students exhibit increased participation and enthusiasm, bolstering their confidence in learning Arabic. The research underscores the potential of peer tutoring to enhance Arabic language education in higher education settings, particularly within the Arabic Language Education Study Program at IAIN Palangka Raya.

Relationships between Pedagogical Practices and Affective States for Effective Teaching during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Insights from University Professors

Objectives: This study aimed to analyze how pedagogical practices and affective states during emergency remote teaching influence professors’ perspectives on their capabilities and the professor-student relationship. Method: We used a nonexperimental quantitative design, collecting data through an online survey during the first year of the pandemic. Participants were recruited using a non-probability sampling method. A total of 636 university professors from Chilean universities participated. We performed descriptive and correlation analyses between variables. Also, to gain a deeper understanding of the factors influencing perceptions of the professors’ competence and the professor–student relationship, we conducted linear regression models. Results: A higher perception of pedagogical competence was related to male professors reporting a high evaluation of teaching quality and a high diversification of assessment strategies. A better professor–student relationship was related to female professors reporting a high level of tutoring activities and activities in which students work collaboratively. Additionally, unpleasant affective states were experienced at a higher rate by younger and female professors. Conclusions: Variables that make up the perception of professor competence and the professor–student relationship were identified, relating to gender and pedagogical practices, such as diversification of assessment strategies, tutoring, and collaborative activities. Implications: The results can guide future institutional actions to improve conditions and establish guidelines for quality virtual education in the post-pandemic scenario.

Program Pengembangan Bimbingan Belajar Untuk Anak Anak Desa Hambiri Tahun 2023

Interest in learning and lack of motivation are the main problems faced by students in Hambiri Village. It can be seen that children in Hambiri Village have a lack of awareness about education, therefore the importance of tutoring which will motivate students to be aware of the importance of education for the future. So we, KKN group 37 Stain Mandailing Natal students, aim to hold tutoring activities to increase interest in learning for elementary school age students in Hambiri Village. Tutoring is one of our work programs for the 37 Stain Mandailing Natal group, especially in the field of education. This service research focuses on students in Hambiri Village. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. Based on research results, this tutoring activity has had a significant impact in terms of general and religious knowledge, such as increasing children's understanding, growing children's awareness of learning, children being more active in discussing and asking questions about material they don't understand, and increasing interest in participating in activities. the study guidance.

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International Learning Program (ILP): The Analysis of Students Motivation in Speaking English

The lack of excitement for training students’ speaking abilities is at the root of the problem in this study. Researchers are curious about: 1) This English Tutor exercise provides an incentive for students to practice speaking English. 2) Students’ conduct or effort in practising speaking English through English Tutor activities, attitudes, interests, values, or desires The design of this study is descriptive-quantitative. Creswell (2012: 13) describes quantitative research as defining a research challenge based on trends in the field or the need to explain why something occurs. According to the study’s findings, 1) the learner’s effort in practising speaking English among ILP students is 63% or higher. 2) the students’ interest in practising speaking English is 37%. 3) 47% of learners have a positive attitude regarding English-speaking practice. 4) the student has a 50% motivation to practice speaking English. The following are the findings: 1) Having a variety of learning activities and subjects available is beneficial for increasing motivation and offering opportunities for concept exploration. 2) To avoid monotony, vary the tactics employed in the learning process. 3) Rewarding and encouraging.