Each student is an individual. Each processes information in a different way. I will assess what I can of an individual’s learning style, discuss their question/issue and help them arrive at an answer.

Introduce myself. Ask them to introduce themselves. I may ask what their question at that time, and in the process of resolving their question - get to know a little more about them.

I enjoy pointing out how many resources are online in any point in a student’s academic journey. Knowing how to access the material using keywords and other helps can be learned. Learning to be still and focus - especially in reading assignments can give a student confidence that they may learn anything.

Rewards and outcomes. The idea that the student is working toward something helps them re-focus on the material they are struggling with.

My difficulty is in algebra concepts. What worked was in breaking each part down into a manageable size. No matter how small. In writing a paper, writing just one small sentence at a time can take the overwhelming feeling out of it.

Have them find a keyword in a sentence or paragraph. Ask them to analyze it and determine how it fits into the potential meaning of the paragraph. If that one does not work - move on to another. Until the reading has been analyzed. Then ask what they feel that it means.

Jumping right in and asking what their difficulty is. Once they have told me, I can begin to work with them to guide them into figuring it out.

Most subjects will have an aspect to them - history, reading, writing, geography, science which is engaging. There will almost always be something online which will provide an article or video on the subject that shows its potential use or shows others who are excited about it. My struggle in algebra was resolved by determining that each problem solved put me one step closer to becoming done with it. Sometimes you just have to get through it.

Using conversation about the subject matter after an answer was found. I would want to make sure that the student was not simply echoing my words back to me. Asking the right questions would help.

By assisting them in building their confidence in the subject. Confidence is about them learning to find their answers.

In conversation with them, they may make a statement such as I hate science, or I don't get math. Chances are that they may need more help than they are originally asking for.

Asking and listening to the response. I can be flexible - but they are coming to me for help.

The textbook, paper - because sometimes I sketch thing out, consulting the internet - wisely.