RELATIONSHIPS FIRST HIGH DOSAGE MATHEMATICS TUTORING: WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM A LITERATURE SYNTHESIS? | CU Experts

This paper shares a synthesis of the literature related to the application of a relationships-first ; approach to high-dosage math tutoring. In the context of our research, high-dosage tutoring is ; delivered multiple times per week during the school day by paraprofessionals who work with ; students in historically under-resourced schools. We apply a critical perspective to frame the ; importance of attending to interpersonal relationships during tutoring. We then explain the core ; ideas of small group interactions, dialogue, relational interactions, care and belonging and ; provide a synthesis of these constructs. The literature synthesis presented is intended to be ; applied to research-based efforts aimed at supporting tutors working to increase their skills for ; cultivating strong interpersonal relationships and enacting equity oriented pedagogy.

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