Exercise 3 B

Video 1: In this video a group of students were tutoring one another under the supervision of an adult. This was a much different then the other videos. There was one adult who listed goals on the board and spoke loud and clearly stating the tasks of the session. The man in charge spoke directly and walked around all of the students sometimes leaning closley to them, demanding their attention.

The students in the video kept good eye contact and seemed to ask direct questions with one another. Some gave positive feedback as well. However, I am not sure from the video if having one authoratative figure lurk over the tutors would be the best tutoring environment.

Video 2: This video gave a good example of working with an unprepaired student. The tutor used good verbal and non verbal communications skills. He introduced himself with a handshake, asked direct questions, kept good eye contact, and sat near the student. When the student was not prepared he gave clear instructions on returning.

The student in this video demonstrated several poor communication skills. He did introduce himself at the beginning of the session as well. However, he constantly taped his fingers and seemed distracted. He brought no materials, notes, or books to the session. He also answered his cell phone and rudely interupted the tutor.

Video 3: This video showed a very observant point of view during a tutoring session. Most of the camera angles were farther away. From what I could see, the tutor and the student demonstrated good communication. The tutor seemed very friendly shaking the students hand at the begining of the session and at the end. She appeard to have read his paper outloud for him and pointed out suggestions. The tutor and student also sat next to one another. The student was prepared for the session and appeared to have left pleased.