Whereas existing learning environments on the Web lack high level interactivity, we have developed a human tutor-like tutorial conversation system for the Web that enhances educational courseware through mixed-initiative dialog with natural language processing. The conversational tutoring agent is composed of an animated tutor, a Latent Semantic…

The development of a coding scheme to identify the function of each conversational turn within episodes of conflict in a peer tutoring setting is described, and the scheme, based on Cohen's kappa analysis, is presented. Although 15 codes were developed for the initial effort, 7 codes were finally used to reflect each utterance as: (1) agreement;…

How student proctors are used in individualized tutorial instruction for college teaching. (HB)

SPECIFIC EXAMPLES OF NEW TUTORING TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS THAT ARE CONSIDERED MORE SENSITIVE THAN CONVENTIONAL METHODS WERE OFFERED IN THIS GUIDE. SOME OF THE METHODS WERE (1) USING COMIC BOOKS, (2) HAVING THE TUTEE CREATE HIS OWN MATERIALS, (3) THE "DEAR ABBY" TECHNIQUE, (4) WRITING A "HIPTIONARY," AND (5) ASKING THE STUDENT…

The guide presents materials to help the teacher set up a peer tutoring system in the classroom. Aspects discussed include the benefits of such a system, which materials adapt to such a system (criteria that can be applied to materials/tasks being considered for it), how to adapt and design materials for such a system (including format issues,…

Results of an analysis of covariance used to compare pre-experiment and post-experiment grades show significant improvements in grades for students participating in tutorial contracting. (STS)

Conclusions of research into pupil tutoring are presented and seven areas requiring attention from those interested in the tutorial process are considered. (MS)

A case study describes the evaluation and successful intervention with a learning disabled college student who evidenced visual perceptual motor processing deficits. Tutoring sessions focused on reading, math, spelling, and handwriting skills. (CL)

Ten frequently cited reasons for ineffectiveness of peer tutoring with mainstreamed handicapped children are listed and alternatives to each are offered. Examples include incorporating social as well as academic goals to alleviate excessive noise and behavior problems. (CL)

Games and word activities give children another way to integrate their learning and reinforce their literacy skills. They provide different and enjoyable contexts in which children can apply what they are learning. This booklet offers activities which provide a sampling of "fun" ways for tutors to support and supplement their tutees'…

The Tutorial Advancement Program (TAP) was designed to assist educationally deprived students succeed in nursing. Sufficient success has been realized to continue this program beyond the present early stage. (DM)

The need for a volunteer force to instruct the numerous illiterates in this country is discussed. It is proposed that as many literate adults as possible teach illiterates on a one-to-one basis and also assist them in finding better jobs. (CK)

Reading disabled students can benefit from peer tutoring and learning situations in several ways: students can complete a specific assignment together, students can take the teacher's place to direct activities, and students can share by imitation and empathy. The teacher needs to set the limits and encourage communication. (DB)