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Mills, Joan S. – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1982
Describes the modeling approach as used in North Carolina State University's tutoring program. Reviews the modeling process, which focuses on teaching the process of problem solving through example. Discusses tutor training and the content of tutorial sessions. Outlines student benefits. (AYC)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Modeling (Psychology), Problem Solving, Program Descriptions
Solinger, Rickie – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1978
Describes major features of the peer tutoring program at State University of New York, College of New Paltz. Presents specific suggestions for hiring and training tutors, maintaining staff morale and program visibility, and conducting program evaluations. (DR)
Descriptors: Peer Teaching, Postsecondary Education, Program Descriptions, Program Development
Schmelzer, Ronald V.; And Others – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1985
Explains the Integrated Learning Model (ILM), a computer model of information processing which postulates thought patterns during learning and its use in teaching peer tutors about the learning process. Explains the ILM's five phases: preparation, input, processing, storage, and output. Looks at strengths and weaknesses. (DMM)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Learning Processes, Learning Theories, Postsecondary Education
Christ, Frank L. – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1984
Examines the origin and development of the Learning Assistance Center at California State University-Long Beach, which offers classroom support, individualized self-paced instruction, and tutorial services. Provides a rationale for the learning assistance support system and describes programs, services, and management features. (DMM)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Independent Study, Individualized Instruction, Program Descriptions
Jones, Gerald P. – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1984
Describes the use of Peer Tutor/Counselors in the Learning Skills Development Center at the University of Southern California. Considers the skills involved in training tutors as counselors (e.g., building rapport, establishing credibility, assessing needs, creating a "serious" atmosphere, and articulating expectations, defusing…
Descriptors: Ancillary School Services, Counseling Techniques, Counselor Training, Higher Education
Martin, Deanna C.; Blanc, Robert – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1981
Describes the Student Learning Center at the University of Missouri, Kansas City, which identifies and provides support services for high-risk courses, rather than high-risk students. Presents an evaluative research study of the supplemental instruction provided to an American history class and the effects of students' achievement and persistence.…
Descriptors: Higher Education, History Instruction, Introductory Courses, Program Descriptions
Furcron, Margaret – Journal of Developmental & Remedial Education, 1980
Addresses issues relevant to the implementation of tutoring programs in a four-step sequence: (1) obtaining institutional support and selecting a director; (2) choosing facilities and determining the types of tutors required; (3) selecting, training, and supervising tutors; and (4) determining hours of service, recording-keeping requirements, and…
Descriptors: Employment Qualifications, Job Training, Peer Teaching, Postsecondary Education
