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Harris, Joellen – Techniques, 1987
The group dynamics of a peer tutoring program using three (instead of the traditional two) students helps learning-impaired students in both academic achievement and social development. Two students are learners, while the third serves as teacher. (CB)
Descriptors: Group Dynamics, Interpersonal Competence, Learning Problems, Models
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MacDonald, Ross B. – Journal of Developmental Education, 1993
Describes a study of tutors' experiences with small groups, offering findings from interviews with 37 tutors from 3 colleges as they relate to existing group dynamics research. Discusses tutor and tutee roles, group cohesion, identification of students' needs, development of a workable plan and timeline, jumpstarting, and floor management. Details…
Descriptors: Educational Research, Group Dynamics, Group Instruction, Program Effectiveness
Papay, Twila Yates – 1990
The head of the writing center at Rollins College, in an attempt to develop a metaphor for the writing center turned to peer writing consultants. Their suggested metaphors structure an essay about what a writing center should be: a community of consultants and clients working together, respectful of diversity, originality, tolerant of differences.…
Descriptors: Cultural Pluralism, Discourse Modes, Group Dynamics, Group Guidance