Tutor
Tutor
Tutor (/ˈtjuːtər/), from the Latin word tutor which means a protector or guardian, is a person who provides assistance or tutelage to one or more people on certain subject areas or skills. The tutor spends a few hours on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis to transfer their expertise on the topic or skill to the student. Tutoring can take place in different settings, such as a classroom, a formal tutoring center, or the home of the tutor or student.
Etymology
The term tutor is derived from the Latin word tutor, which means a protector or guardian. This term was used in the Roman law to refer to a person who was appointed by law to have the care of the person and property of a minor.
Related Terms
- Educator: An individual who helps others to acquire knowledge, competences or values.
- Mentor: A trusted guide, friend, and role model who provides advice and guidance.
- Coach: A person who supports a learner or client in achieving a specific personal or professional goal by providing training and guidance.
- Instructor: A person who teaches or instructs, especially as a profession.
- Private Tutor: A private instructor who teaches a specific subject or skill to an individual student or small group of students.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tutor
- Wikipedia's article - Tutor
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