What is needed for a tutoring session?
Equipment needed:
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Up-to-date computer, Apple, PC, or Tablets/Ipad (phones can make it a little difficult because of size but we can make anything work in a pinch) with built-in camera and microphone
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High Speed Internet, 1.5 Mbps or higher upload and download speed would be great! You can check your computer's speed at: www.speedtest.net
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Headphones are helpful for your child to concentrate (not necessary though)
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A Zoom account (how to access Zoom)
Not needed but would be nice eventually:
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A graphing tablet will make it easier when we are working on math problems on the screen. Using a mouse can be time consuming.
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(example: XP-Pen G430S OSU Tablet Ultrathin Graphic Tablet 4 x 3 inch Digital Tablet Drawing Pen Tablet for OSU is only $19.95)
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A document camera (HUE HD Pro USB Document Camera for Windows, macOS and Chrome OS is $79.95). This will allow your child to be able to share exactly what paper or book they need help on.
Suggestions for during the tutoring session:
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Create a quiet, distraction-free area for the online tutoring sessions.
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Close all other programs
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Try to make sure that others in the home are not downloading or uploading during sessions—this includes gaming, movies, downloading documents, etc. This can affect connection quality.
Parent involvement
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Please, contact me whenever you have concerns or questions arise. We are a team working for the best interest of your child.
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In the beginning, it would be great if you are around in case there are any technology issues (but usually the kids are the ones that fix it for us LOL!!)
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Not often but you may have to be in the same room if your child is having problems focusing.