Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Sophia Ennaboulssi and Isabel Aldaba, Junior tutors in the Edison Writing Center. Brainstorming can…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “Linking the Present to the Future: The Transition from High School Tutoring to College Tutoring “
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Edison Writing Center tutors Brenna Coogan, a Senior, and Jhonie Geffa, a Junior. How…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “Vitalizing the Variety: Initiation and Outcomes of an ESOL Outreach Program in the Writing Center”
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Amna Baloul and Roheena Naqvi, both Senior tutors from the Edison Writing Center.…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “Benefits of Peer Tutoring: How Peer Tutoring Helps Develop Traits From the IB Learner Profile”
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Sarah Adeli, a Junior tutor from the Edison Writing Center. It is commonly believed…
CAPTA Seeks Nominees for 2015 Executive Board Elections
This fall, CAPTA will hold elections for three open positions on the CAPTA Executive Board. Members of the Executive Board will be directors and peer tutors of secondary school writing centers or those involved with…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “Tutors- We are family: The Dynamics of a Tutoring Family Explained”
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Katherine Woodward, a Senior tutor from the Edison Writing Center. My presentation contrasted…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “Writing Across the Curriculum: How to Build Lasting Connections with Teachers and Departments”
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by George Schulz, a Junior and second-year tutor from the Edison Writing Center. Over 90%…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “A Breath of Fresh Air: How Writing Center Atmospheres Create a Stronger Connection Between Tutors and Tutees”
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Emma Gallagher, a Senior tutor from the Herndon Writing Center. I presented on…
CAPTA Connects Tutor Presentation Recap: “I Wish I Had the Courage To …’: How Courage Boards Empower High Schools”
Over the next several weeks, we will be featuring Tutor Presentation Recaps from our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. This recap is by Katie Wolfteich, a Senior tutor from the Edison Writing Center. Tutoring is intimate. Many…
CAPTA Conference Grant Applications due Friday, September 11
CAPTA is pleased to offer conference grants to help cover registration fees and travel costs for our 2015 Conference, CAPTA Connects. Grant applications are due no later than September 11, 2015. Applicants will be notified…