How Tutoring Sessions Work at LRDG: A Guide for Learners

At LRDG, we take a comprehensive approach to language learning, combining tutoring sessions with self-study to help you master your language skills. Whether you’re studying part-time, full-time, or through our accelerated part-time program, our tutoring sessions focus on the oral aspects of language learning, with personalized feedback and guidance to ensure you’re on the right path.

Tutoring Sessions: The Core of LRDG’s Approach

Our tutoring sessions are designed to help you practice and improve your speaking and comprehension skills in a structured environment. These sessions go together with self-study, giving you a balanced approach that helps solidify what you’ve learned. In between each session, you’re expected to spend 2-3 hours engaging with our online learning materials, allowing you to review and deepen your understanding.

Two Types of Tutoring Sessions: Individual and Group

At LRDG, you have the flexibility to choose the type of tutoring session that best fits your needs:

1. Individual Tutoring (1-on-1)

   • Duration: 60 minutes.
   • Format: Personalized, one-on-one sessions with your tutor.
   • Benefits: These sessions provide focused attention on your unique strengths and challenges, helping you progress quickly.

2. Group Tutoring

   • Group Size: Between 2 to 6 learners.
   • Duration: Choose from 1 hour, 1.5 hours, or 2 hours.
   • Format: Interactive sessions conducted via Teams, allowing you to practice with peers.
   • Benefits: Group sessions encourage collaborative learning, where you can practice with others at your level, benefiting from different perspectives and discussions.

Scheduling Your Sessions Based on Your Learning Plan

Your tutoring schedule depends on the learning methodology you’ve chosen at LRDG:

• Part-time Learners

  You’ll have between 1 to 3 tutoring sessions per week, depending on your pace and availability.

• Accelerated Part-time Learners

  You’ll have 4 or 5 sessions per week, allowing for more intensive language practice.

• Full-time Learners

  You’ll attend 3 tutoring sessions per day, with 3 different tutors, Monday to Friday, providing a full immersion experience to accelerate your progress.

This flexibility ensures that your tutoring is tailored to your specific needs and availability, while maintaining the structured approach required for successful language acquisition.

What Makes LRDG’s Tutoring Approach Unique?

At LRDG, we go beyond regular language classes by offering a comprehensive support system that includes:

• Flexible Training Schedule

  Tutoring sessions can be scheduled to fit your routine, offering you the flexibility to balance language learning with other commitments.

• 24/7 Access to Online Materials

  You’ll have unlimited access to our learning materials anytime, allowing you to study when it suits you best.

• Support from a Pedagogical Advisor

  Our advisors are here to guide you throughout your learning journey, helping you stay on track and meet your goals.

• Personalized Course Plans

  Your language training is customized based on your specific needs, ensuring efficient progress.

• Bilingual, Qualified Tutors

  All LRDG tutors are qualified and bilingual, and many are specially trained in SLE preparation for government employees.

Aligned with Canadian Language Learning Standards

LRDG’s tutoring sessions are structured according to the Government of Canada’s language levels:

• Level A:

Beginner level includes modules 0-7 to obtain AAA

• Level B:

Intermediate level includes modules 8-12 to obtain BBB

• Level C:

Advance level includes modules 13-15 to obtain CBC

This alignment ensures that your language training prepares you for official language proficiency standards and exams.

Extra Services and Resources During Your Sessions

LRDG provides additional resources to enhance your learning experience. After each tutoring session, learners receive an End of Session Report (ESR), which highlights key takeaways from the session and outlines homework or areas to focus on before the next meeting. This structured feedback helps ensure continuous improvement.

Conclusion: How to Get Started with LRDG Tutoring

At LRDG, our tutoring sessions are designed to give you the personalized attention and structure needed to excel in your language learning. Whether you’re attending 1-on-1 sessions or working within a group, you’ll benefit from focused oral practice and guided self-study, ensuring your success. Ready to begin? Get in touch with us today and book a sales call to start your personalized language training journey at LRDG!

F&Q

Do I pick my own tutor?

Upon confirmation of your Preliminary Evaluation results, your Account Manager or Pedagogical Advisor will reach out to coordinate the assignment of a tutor based on your preferred schedule and availability. Please note that the tutor assignment process may take a minimum of five business days.

Can I change my tutor?

If you wish to change your tutor, please reach out to your Account Manager and Pedagogical Advisor. Our team will arrange for a new tutor within five business days.

What homework do I get? 

Following each session, your tutor will submit an End of Session Report (ESR), providing a summary of the material covered and outlining homework assignments for you to complete. You are expected to dedicate 2-3 hours to self-study between sessions, utilizing the provided materials.