So today I experienced a tutoring session from a much different point of view than my last session. We had a freshman come in with problems getting her writing process started. She had tons of ideas and examples she wanted to use for her Sociology paper but she was afraid that she doesn't use her time efficiently and wanted some tips. The student explained how her normal writing process is more like a stream of consciousness, she writes down whatever pops into her head, but with this method she's concerned that she loses some fluidity and time spent in trying to make her thoughts into a cohesive understandable paper.
The tutor suggested that first she makes an outline of her thoughts so far, so is to help her keep on track and make sure the paper flows correctly. The tutor also went over what she might want to do for the introduction and thesis statement. (I suggested the introduction sentence and they both loved it :] ) The tutor also went over what each paragraph would say and suggested that the student pay particular attention to transitional words/statements so the paper would have more of a flow to it.
At the end of the session the tutor suggested that when the student has her first draft that she bring it in for further review if she wishes. Just to get a second pair of eyes on it which might be helpful.
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