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Why Mathnasium Avoids Helicopter Tutoring.

Nov 19, 2020 | Desert Ridge
Ready for the new term of the day?  Helicopter Tutoring. It happens when a tutor lingers over the shoulder of a student, not allowing them to make mistakes or think for themselves.  Unfortunately, this can result in A's on homework assignments and much lower grades on exams.
 
 
Students need a healthy mix of instruction and independent practice to gain self confidence in math!  Contact us today to find out how the Mathnasium Method supports student success on homework and exams (hint: our instructors are trained to avoid "helicopter tutoring").

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