Communication & Relationship Building with Students Flashcards
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What is the purpose of establishing clear boundaries in a tutor-student relationship?
Answer: To maintain a professional, ethical relationship that supports healthy learning dynamics
Clear professional boundaries protect both the tutor and student and ensure the relationship remains focused on educational goals.
Which of the following best describes 'scaffolded communication' in tutoring?
Answer: Providing structured support that is gradually removed as student independence grows
Scaffolded communication provides temporary supports that are withdrawn as the student builds competence and confidence.
A student consistently avoids eye contact and seems uncomfortable during sessions. Before assuming disengagement, the tutor should consider:
Answer: That cultural background or neurodivergence may influence the student's nonverbal communication style
Eye contact norms vary across cultures and neurodivergent individuals may communicate differently, so tutors should not interpret absence of eye contact as disrespect or disengagement.
What technique involves restating a student's answer in a slightly expanded or refined way to model better expression?
Answer: Recasting
Recasting involves the tutor subtly reformulating a student's response to model correct or more sophisticated language without explicitly correcting them.
A student suddenly goes quiet and seems withdrawn compared to previous sessions. The best tutor response is to:
Answer: Gently check in and create space for the student to share if they choose
A sudden change in a student's demeanor warrants a compassionate check-in, as it may signal stress, difficulty, or an outside issue affecting them.
How can a tutor best demonstrate respect for a student's autonomy during problem-solving?
Answer: Offer hints and guiding questions rather than providing the answer directly
Guiding students through hints and questions respects their capacity to think independently and builds long-term problem-solving confidence.
Which of the following is a sign of a strong tutor-student working alliance?
Answer: The student feels comfortable expressing confusion or disagreement and knows the tutor will respond supportively
A strong working alliance is marked by psychological safety — the student trusts the tutor enough to voice confusion, disagreement, or struggle.