Monopolizing the Talk-time
The Tutor can monopolize the talk-time by...
- lecturing.
- showing off by solving difficult problems.
- taking the spotlight (telling stories, giving advice etc.).
When the Tutor monoploizes the talk-time, the Student becomes a passive learner.
A better tutoring strategy is to help the student experience being an active learner
Use the Prompt-Response Method to...
- ask the Student questions.
- ask the Student to explain reasoning.
- give the Student a chance to struggle with a problem.
