Creative Approaches to Personal Tutoring and Academic Advising: A Practical Guide of Methods, Activities, and Curriculum Design (SEDA Series)

This innovative book offers a creative overview of personal tutoring and academic advising in higher education.It responds to the growing need for student support that is more inclusive, supportive, and focused on the whole student, rather than just their academic progress. Offering a fresh perspective on how personal tutoring can be transformed from a routine academic exercise into an impactful experience, the chapters encourage readers to reimagine the role of a tutor and adopt a student-centred approach that respects individuality and promotes growth.Divided into three key sections, the first section explores new ways of working with students, including coaching, group advising, and reverse mentoring.These approaches help build stronger relationships and support both academic and personal growth.The second section shares fun and creative activities - like scavenger hunts, meme-making, and LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® - that help students reduce stress, feel more connected and engaged, and bu