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Ways Online Tutoring Helps Students Prep for College

WhizKidz Tutoring | 17 Sep 2024

Online and in-person tutoring services provide instruction across all school subjects for students of all ages. Many services include college prep classes and SAT and ACT preparation. Tutoring supports college readiness by developing effective study habits, enhancing test-taking skills, and boosting academic confidence. WhizKidz Tutoring offers both in-person and online options, available individually or in groups. Here’s how our tutoring services help students prepare for college:

Form Good Study Habits

College courses are more challenging compared to primary and secondary education. They cover subjects in greater depth, and professors have higher expectations. Grading standards are often stricter as well. Developing strong study habits before starting college prepares students for these demands. Effective study techniques can help students grasp complex concepts, even in challenging subjects.

Online and in-person tutors teach effective note-taking, goal-setting, organizational, and time-management skills. They introduce various study methods to match different learning styles. Establishing good study habits before college is beneficial, as learning these skills in college can be more difficult.

Learn Test Taking Skills

Every student approaches tests differently. Some excel at taking tests and breeze through the questions, and others get so nervous they forget what they’ve studied. Both online tutoring and in-person tutoring teaches students good test-taking skills. If students are the type to get nervous before a test, no matter how much they’ve studied, the tutor can provide techniques to calm students and test preparation skills. Things such as arriving early so you aren’t stressed about missing the test and having multiple pens or pencils on hand can help students feel prepared, calming their nerves. 

Many college courses require taking multiple tests throughout each semester, and many are in testing centers instead of classrooms. The testing center environment might be new for many incoming students. Online and in-person tutors provide a variety of test-taking skills, so students will be able to adapt to different testing environments. 

Improve Confidence and Self-Esteem

Having academic confidence and high self-esteem helps students to be excited about their upcoming schooling and its new challenges. When students feel confident in their academic abilities, they are better able to tackle new challenges and participate in class discussions. This helps them stand out to professors among a large class of students. At WhizKidz Tutoring, we help our students improve their confidence by preparing them for college-level academics and giving them the skills they need to take charge of their education.

Become an Independent Learner

College life is an opportunity to develop independence. Professors often adopt a more hands-off approach compared to primary and secondary teachers. Their office hours are limited, and they may prioritize research over teaching. This necessitates that students become self-reliant learners. Online tutoring takes effort and self-motivation from students, as it occurs outside of traditional school hours and classrooms. Cultivating independent learning skills early prepares students to manage their education effectively in college.

Sign up for Online Tutoring Today

WhizKidz Tutoring offers tutoring online or in person. Our tutors are qualified to teach a variety of subjects, college test prep, and speech and language skills. Students can learn in a group or individually. Our goal is to set students up for academic success throughout their education. Get in touch with us today to learn more about the courses we offer.