Online Tutoring A brief Introduction
The world is changing rapidly and there are many new technologies that are taking over the world. The education system is no different. Institution in countries around the globe are moving toward new ways of teaching which are more economical, productive and reliable for both students and teachers.
Online tutoring is one such revolution that has been growing for a long time but has gained a lot of popularity in recent times. It is very necessary for teacher, students and especially parents to know about the benefits of tutoring and what mechanisms and ways are used to do online tutoring.
What is Online Tutoring?
Online tutoring which is also called online tuition or private tutoring is a new way of tutoring which includes virtual one on one tutoring. Teachers teach students face to face on any online medium. It is necessary to have a good internet connection to have best session between tutor and student.
How online tutoring works?
Online tuition uses many technologies like Skype, Zoom and other conference or online video call networks to connect teacher with the students. The teacher and students can talk to each other and see each other by the help of these software’s. Also the tutor uses some kind of white board or a page to show the kid any diagrams or graphical representation. The students receive assignments in form of word files or image files. After completing the test the tutor marks the test and sends it to the students in the same format.
Some companies who are providing online tutoring services have also developed their own software for this purpose.
Why online tuition is the best
Online tutoring or online tuition is best because of the following benefits you get from getting tutoring online or even if you are a teacher who is providing services.
- Cost Saving
The first and the most important benefit is that online tutoring in very cost beneficial. Teachers usually charge a lot when tutoring students in home and this amount can be very high. With online tutoring you can get tutors at a much lower price and you get the same teacher. Parents can save a lot of money by hiring online tutors for their children.
- Time Saving
With home tuition the tutor has to go to the house and that travel takes a lot of his time, which he most probably charges for. But when doing online tutoring the tutor does not have to travel and can take session from his or her home easily.
- Safety
Online tutoring is safe for children. If you are a parent who is very protective of their child and don’t want to trust a new person with your child having home tuition. The online tutoring is the best solution for you. The teacher will not have to come to your house and he can easily tutor your child while your child is in the safety of the home.
- Flexible Classes
With online tutoring there is so much flexibility in the schedule. You can literally take classes whenever you want by communicating with your teacher. It benefits both the teacher and the student.
Online tutoring also has many types, like you can also get group classes online if you want to reduce the cost of tutoring. You also have the flexibility to hire a tutor for only a few hours to test what he or she is like. You are easily able to change your tutor in time if you are not comfortable with them.
The tutors who are teaching online put a lot of effort in making their students comfortable and confident and they make plans for their students so they can get good marks in their exams.
The cost of online tutoring can be different depending on the country. In some countries the cost is higher but in other countries the cost can be as low as 10$ per hour. In UAE companies are charging 50 AED to 80 AED for online tutors.