Online Resources and Information for ESL Tutors

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Welcome to VEP's new online Tutor Zone!
For both new and long-term tutors, this page will provide easy-to-find, useful information and resources to assist you in your tutoring efforts. During the next months, the Tutor Zone will be offering real tutor stories and the following:

Tutoring Tips ~ Our New Tutor Updates Form ~ New ESL Website Links ~

Tutoring Tips Available from VEP Staff and Online
VEP's Program Specialist, Sandi Kwisz, presented and moderated another successful Tutor In-Service Session. Here, many useful tips for tutoring are shared and discussed. Check back here for future session schedules.

THIS WEEK's TUTOR TIP: To Practice Conversation Skills with Your Student:  Find written sample conversations that cover situations your student has faced. Read them out loud.

Explore the Wealth of Free ESL and Other Resources on the Internet
Hundreds of websites provide information on English language, employment opportunities, and social services. Watch this Tutor Zone for to-the-point reviews of the most useful and user-friendly websites. Find ESL Links Here

Professional Development Resources for Tutors
The Professional Development Center (PDC), of the PA Department of Education, provides training for a variety of ESL instructional skill areas.
For Class Information:Website: e-campus OR Call the Southeastern Regional PDC (SEPDC)at 717/606-1873