Within the required reading assignments there was a particular subject that touched on an aspect of teaching that can be easily overlooked by some, and entirely unavailable to others. I feel recommending tutoring and other resources that are better equipped to address the needs of specific students is often underutilized. The opportunity for students to learn an in environment that is specifically suited to their individual needs is virtually impossible to achieve in a standard class room setting. In my past experience not only as a student but as a teacher, five minutes of one on one time with a student can be more beneficial than hours of in-class lectures. With that said, I understand the challenges that surround tutoring or individual sessions.
Students can't be forced to participate in an activity that has a negative stigma surrounding it such tutoring. Also, often the resources for are simply not available, whether it's time, staff, financial constraints, etc. the limitations are endless. Fortunately we are developing new methods for addressing individuals in the classroom and beyond, but it is still up to the in class instructors to recognize and direct students to the appropriate resources.
The chapter addresses many very important issues in our current and ever changing education system. I can see that various points that are being made and definitely agree that personalizing education is the best way to set students up for success. It will give them the resources needed to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
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