Question: Hi, Micki. I am pretty much done with my ITA training (tests, evaluations, and time log are all finished), but I can't figure out what to do for my project. Could you give me a few ideas?
Thanks for your help,
Jill, MA
Answer: Hi Jill, thanks for your question. The best part about the ITA project is that there are so many different things you can do.
Basically, you are creating an activity sheet, worksheet, or other resource for other tutors (and yourself) to use. For example, if you are an elementary school English tutor, maybe you could develop a vocabulary activity sheet (word search, crossword puzzle, etc.). If you are a junior high school science tutor, maybe you could come up with a step-by-step worksheet that lays out a biology or chemistry experiment. Math tutor? A worksheet that helps tutees understand geometry, algebra, or calculus would be a great project.
One tutor submitted a fractions worksheet for kids that broke down complicated fractions addition into adding pieces of pizza together - it was a big hit!
Or, maybe you'd rather develop a resource that helps tutors during their sessions - a time sheet, learning contract, or some other tool that tutors can take with them to their sessions. One tutor submitted a really useful learning contract that helps keep tutees accountable for their homework and study habits.
In other words, try to develop a resource that you could use during your tutoring sessions.
And don't forget to have fun!
Good luck and, as always, happy tutoring!
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