Rights and Responsibilites

The Center for Teaching and Learning makes tutoring available as a tool for students' academic self-improvement. Students seeking assistance must understand that tutoring is only one component of a plan for success in a course. While a tutor can provide assistance, guidance, and support, it is the student's duty to attend class, to complete all assignments, and (ultimately) to learn the material. Having a tutor for a course does not replace hard work and dedication on the part of the student.

To put it another way -- a tutor can unlock the door and turn the key in the ignition, but you still need to drive the car.

Rights

You have the right to give constructive feedback to your tutor.
You have the right to evaluate your experience with tutoring through contact with the CTL Coordinator or anonymously through the online forms.
You have the right to request a different tutor if you are unhappy with your tutoring experience (though there may or may not be others available).
You have the right to terminate tutoring assistance at any time.

Responsibilities

You have the responsibility to understand what type/degree of assistance with coursework and assignments (if any) is appropriate in relation to the Lawrence University Honor Code.
You have the responsibility to respect your tutor's time by showing up and being prepared for all sessions you schedule.
You have the responsibility to be reasonable in your requests for sessions (1-2 times a week is reasonable).
As described above, you are responsible for attending class, completing assignments, and putting forth a dedicated effort through hard work. You are ultimately responsible for your performance in the course.

If you have questions about the philosophy of the CTL tutoring program, please contact Julie Haurykiewicz, the CTL Director at x7022.

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