LAC 932Level 2 Tutor Certification

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Prerequisite: Completion of LAC 931. This noncredit course is designed to further advance tutoring skills learned in LAC 931 with a special focus on learning theories. After a review of Level 1 topics, students discuss diversity, equity, access, and inclusion and are introduced to Universal Design for Learning. They adapt learning theories to tutoring scenarios and study neurodiversity. Students also practice motivational techniques, the use of probing questions, and assessing and improving tutee study behaviors. Note: A student who successfully completes the course and accumulates twenty-five hours of supervised work experience as a tutor (paid or volunteer) may be certified through a professional tutoring association. LAC 932 is also part of a local noncredit certificate program. (R unlimited)