Posts Categorized: Totally Tutors Blog

Agenda Use and Deadline Tracking Strategies for Students and their Families

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Disclaimer: the content of this post is for informational and educational purposes only. To seek medical advice or a diagnosis contact a licensed professional. See linked references for source information. 1. A Common Challenge: Why Students Have Trouble Keeping an Agenda and Tracking Deadlines: Students face various challenges when it comes to staying organized and… Read more »

From Grades to Growth: How to Make the Most of Report Cards with Your Child’s Tutor

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As a parent, you play a pivotal role in your child’s education. When you involve a tutor in your child’s learning journey, sharing key academic information—like their report card—becomes essential. A report card isn’t just a summary of grades; it’s a map of your child’s strengths, challenges, and growth areas. Sharing this document with your… Read more »

From Grades to Growth: Incorporating Report Card Insights into Tutoring

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It’s that time of year again—students are receiving their initial progress reports, offering a glimpse into how their academic year is starting. These report cards are more than just a collection of grades; they provide valuable insights into each student’s strengths and areas for improvement. As educators and tutors, this is an opportunity to use… Read more »

Finding Their Voice

For some students, writing can be a daunting task, especially for those who feel uncertain about their skills or lack confidence in their ideas. For reluctant writers, filling a blank page can feel like an impossible task, but with the right approach, you can help them discover their unique voice and unleash their creativity. In… Read more »

ADHD Treatments

Written by: Gabrielle Lau

A number of evidence-based treatments exist for ADHD. Importantly, ADHD is not entirely “curable”. Instead, therapy, medication, education, and skill-building programs aim to reduce challenges and improve functioning, wellbeing, and quality of life. Treatment plans should be formulated by a licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, or other behavioural specialist. The general consensus among experts is that a combination of medication, therapy, education, and skill-building lead to the best outcomes for ADHD-diagnosed individuals. Recommendations vary slightly by age and are tailored according to the individual’s unique presentation. There are over 116 000 possible combinations of symptoms that could form an ADHD diagnosis, so everyone’s journey looks slightly different. 

Identifying and Addressing Student Learning Styles: Tips for Tutors

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No two learners are the same. However, everyone has a preferred learning style which works best for them. The four main learning styles are categorized as: auditory, visual, reading & writing and kinesthetic. Below we define the four learning styles and provide some tips on how to determine a student’s learning style.  Most people have… Read more »