Tutorial Development
What is involved in tutorial development?
Tutorials provide students with a small-group setting in which they can deepen their understanding of subject material, receive feedback on their work, and build higher-order thinking skills. Tutorials prioritise teaching and learning activities that promote active participation from students, providing them with opportunities to explore the weekly content and receive feedback on subject assessments in a collaborative learning environment. Well-designed tutorials should consider the following:
- Learning Outcomes: Define clear and measurable learning outcomes that align with the subject goals and assessment tasks. Ensure that tutorial activities are designed to help students achieve these outcomes.
- Prioritise Participation & Collaboration: Design activities such as group discussions, problem-solving activities, simulations, or critiques of case studies. This can enhance learning and provide opportunities for peer feedback.
- Encourage Reflection: To reinforce student learning by consolidating their understanding of the material, making connections to the broader subject content, and promoting the development of metacognitive skill development.
- Time Management & Resources: Plan how long each tutorial activity will take, allowing adequate time for students to achieve the learning outcomes. Carefully consider what resources are required and ensure they are available and accessible.
Creating this type of learning environment requires considered preparation such as through the development of a teaching plan.