Modeling

Tutors can provide instruction to learners by modeling a particular learning task. Here are some techniques that can be tried:

Role Playing: Learners can assume roles in real-life situations, which will help them to learn conversation skills and behaviours appropriate to the settings. Practicing telephone conversations is another role-playing idea.

Thinking Aloud: Tutors can model reading and comprehension strategies for learners by verbalizing each thought as they read. For example, the tutor can say, "This is a word I do not know. What can I do to help me work out the word? I can sound out the word."

Peer Tutoring: Learners can be placed with stronger peer tutors or learning partners, who will serve as literacy role models.

Reading Aloud: The tutor can read aloud, focusing on proper pronunciation and emphasis, while the learner follows along. They can also read at the same time, or take turns reading the same passage.