How can I help a student who is struggling?

Find out which specific topic is hard, work through one small problem together, and keep sessions short and regular. Praise effort, not only results.

What to try

Ask the student to talk through a problem.
Return to the last point they understood.
Practise a little every day instead of one long session.

When a live helper is useful

A tutor on video can see the student’s work and try a new explanation straight away.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find where they are stuck?

Ask them to explain a problem aloud. The point where they hesitate is usually the gap.

When should I get a tutor?

When the same topic stays hard after a few short, focused sessions at home.

Need a tutor who can explain it differently?

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