Keywords:
access, synchronous, feedback
Abstract:
This presentation will review how tutoring centers, including the implementation of online tutoring, was introduced to Sri Lankan academics interested in creating English language writing centers at their universities through a workshop series that was part of a World Bank initiative. Dr. Mahawattha will share an overview of her context in rural Sri Lanka, how online tutoring was introduced to her faculty, and how the approach she used allowed tutoring to continue despite severe challenges in her region. She will end her portion by sharing her observations of how online feedback reduced the harassment tutors faced.
Presentation Materials:
- Tomanek Mahawattha Slides (PPT)
- Tomanek Mahawattha Handout (Word)
- Tomanek Mahawattha Transcript (Word)
Recording:
Citation Information:
Type of Source: Conference Presentation
Presenters: Amanda Tomanek, Nadee Mahawattha
Year of Presentation: 2023
Title of Presentation: Sustaining Services and Reducing Harassment in a Rural Sri Lankan University
Conference: Online Writing Centers Association (OWCA)
Location of Conference: Virtual