The
National Science Foundation and
Oakton Community College, in partnership with Maine Township High School
District 207 and Niles Township High School District 219, offer this prestigious
and innovative support program to high school and Oakton students who pursue
and earn degrees in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics (STEM).
Peer Tutor Training
Program
The Peer Tutor Training
Program is designed to provide experience and training in the fundamental
skills essential for successful tutoring. Participants learn techniques,
methods and approaches that improve learning. Through readings, class
discussion, case studies, journals, group work, activities and a practicum,
participants distinguish the academic and personal skills that help students
achieve their academic goals.
What does
the Program offer?
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Training in the
learning and tutoring theories
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Certification by
the College Reading and Learning Association (upon completion)
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Hourly pay
How does
the Program benefit participants?
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Strengthen knowledge
of course content
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Improves interpersonal
communication skills
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Learn techniques,
methods and approaches that improve learning
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Earn tutoring experience
for teaching career
Who may
apply?
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Juniors and Seniors
in high school
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Students enrolled
in AP Calculus or a higher level mathematics course
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Students with an
interest in pursuing a college major in Science, Technology, Engineering
and Mathematics (STEM)
When is
the Peer Tutor Training Program?
- June 9-July
24, 2003
- June 14-July
29, 2004
- June 13-July
28, 2005
- June 12-July 27, 2006
(limited to six participants)
How do I apply?
Addmission begins
May 1. Please submit application as soon as possible to:
Ms. Gloria Liu
Instructional Specialist of Math and Science
The Learning Center
Oakton Community College
1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plains, IL 60016 |
