This handbook is designed for new and more experienced tutors and demonstrators. About the book The handbook was developed in 1995. It therefore does not include reference to online tutoring or recent research on student learning. However, it is still recommended as a useful general reference guide to practice and is widely used in Edinburgh and beyond. The editors are Fred Forster, Dai Hounsell and Sheila Thompson. It was published by the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Assessment, The University of Edinburgh in association with the (former) Universities' and Colleges' Staff Development Agency. 1995. ISBN: 0 9523956 1 4 Purpose The handbook covers the essentials of tutoring and demonstrating, including tutorials and problem-solving classes, laboratory and fieldwork, assessment and feedback. It will also be of value to lecturers, administrators and managers who guide and support tutors and demonstrators. Chapters Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Roles and Responsibilities Chapter 3: Tutorials in Arts and Social Sciences Chapter 4: Problem-Solving Classes Chapter 5: Demonstrating Chapter 6: Marking and Commenting on Essays Chapter 7: Supporting and Advising Students Chapter 8: Student Learning Chapter 9: Working with Others Chapter 10: Feedback on Teaching Chapter 11: Taking Things Forward Chapter 12: Sources and Resources This article was published on 2024-02-26
