Advocates grounding a tutor training program in research-based theoretical models, such as student development and metacognitive theories. Recommends that tutor training cover student development philosophy, effective communication skills, campus resources, instructional support materials, learning theory/learning styles, metacognitive approaches…

This study examines the impact of tutor training on the efficacy of adult peer tutors in colleges and universities. The author argues that many institutions hire tutors based on their GPAs, and do not train them to be tutors. For the college programs that do provide training, little research exists which identifies what topics should be included,…