Why Have A Tutor For Maths?

The key to mastering any subject is practise. This is especially true of Maths. What I often see is a lack of confidence in Maths that is caused by students who find it difficult to keep up with the pace of the class. Whilst they are still trying to understand, the class has moved on having assimilated and practised the method. Usually this means that the pupil is experiencing a sinking feeling as they listen to the teacher extend the topic whilst they are still trying to get to grips with the first part. This is why people have such emotional reaction to Maths and why you hear adults saying "I don`t like Maths". All of us dislike things that make us feel uncomfortable or inadequate.

By getting a tutor, you are giving yourself the chance to practise and question the techniques. Linking the tutoring to school work builds a solid underpinning of what is being taught in class. Additionally, the learner has the chance to question and verbalise their own understanding.

These are my top tips for successful tutoring:

� Link the tutoring to what is being taught in class � Encourage to learner to say what they think the method is - under-confidence goes hand in hand with under-achievement in the class. � Repetition: Practise, practise, practise