The emergence of online instruction continues to lower the barriers of entry for both learner and instructor but does not mitigate the need for supplemental tutoring.

This increased access has also allowed for a number of other creative and flexible arrangements with respect to the learning experience. Students can now sit through any number of courses from the comfort of their own home or workplace. However, having working in technology to e-learning platforms and having served as a tutor myself, I know that the online experience can only go so far. When gaps occur in the learning process, the online experience, even with access to an online tutor, can fall short of student expectations. Maybe it’s an inability to grasp the user interface or perhaps it’s that students equate their best learning experiences with face to face interaction. Regardless, I believe that TutorSource is in the unique position to address this need.

TutorSource addresses a critical gap in the online learning experience by providing in-person, customized and flexible tutoring.

An example is when I served at an IT consultant with one of the Big Four. I was studying for a number of continuing education units (CEU) that involved Cost Accounting and even Oracle Peoplesoft Financials. Having issues grasping some of the more technical parts of the system, I needed a basic accounting tutor to refresh my book knowledge that had faded from memory. Had TutorSource been available then, even when I was on the road at the client site, I could have arranged for a local accounting tutor to meet me at the local Starbucks for a few sessions after work. This would have greatly shorten my learning curve and supplemented my online learning experience.

Most professional organizations promote internal training and some even require CEUs. I suspect many adult learners may be in the same position with their current professional role. It’s hard to reach out for help on the job, especially if you are looked to in a leadership role. TutorSource could be your answer.

My suggestion is to take any required online training or courses and supplement them with an in-person TutorSource tutor at a time, place and price that is convenient to your busy schedule.