Who are the tutors?
ThinkingStorm's tutors are highly qualified instructors from all over the world. They all have advanced degrees in mathematics, physics, chemistry or computer science, giving them the experience and expertise to answer any question a student could have.

How are the tutors chosen?
The founders of ThinkingStorm, holding over 100,000 combined hours of tutoring experience, have hand-picked each tutor. Along with this selective screening process, all of the tutors are certified in e-tutoring strategies to guarantee their effectiveness in distance learning. So they're highly capable of accommodating the individual educational needs of every student.

Do I get to have the same tutor each session?
Absolutely! If you choose to schedule regular sessions with ThinkingStorm's StudyCoach and SkillBuilder, you can work with the same tutor in each session. This helps you build a relationship with your tutor, and gives your tutor a chance to learn your strengths, weaknesses and learning style.

Do all e-tutoring websites let you work with the same tutor?
No. The opportunity to build a learning-relationship with a specific tutor is what sets ThinkingStorm apart. ThinkingStorm's philosophy is simple: consistent, one-on-one sessions with a familiar instructor help students build confidence as they get help and learn new concepts.

What if I just have a quick question? Are ThinkingStorm's tutors available on demand?
Of course! With ThinkingStorm's tutors are available whenever you may need them. Homework problem in the afternoon? Question late at night for tomorrow's test? Just log in, and ThinkingStorm's tutors will immediately begin to give you help. Our tutors are efficient and dedicated to giving you the tools to learn and be successful.

How can a parent know if a child is benefiting from ThinkingStorm tutoring?
ThinkingStorm believes parents know their children best, and parental involvement is an important part of learning. That's why all tutoring sessions are recorded and archived. This allows parents to examine their child's sessions and track their progress. Plus, our instructors are eager to incorporate learning suggestions from parents to optimize the tutoring sessions.

Do you offer programs to practice specific skills?
Yes, we do! ThinkingStorm's SkillBuilder offers individualized programs that cater to the students learning needs, regardless of their age. For example, SkillBuilder allows students to work regularly with a math instructor at their own level and pace. The program will immediately establish a foundation of math skills that are essential for success. No matter the age, SkillBuilder is great for building confidence and gaining a valuable academic edge!

What is the technology? Is it complicated?
ThinkingStorm's e-tutoring uses Elluminate Whiteboard Platform. Think of it as a chalkboard on your computer screen where students and instructors can work out problems together in real time. Because Elluminate is so easy to use, students get quick, clear guidance for any subject. Check out the screenshot to see Elluminate in action!

What do I do if my internet connection goes down?
If your internet connection disconnects, the Elluminate software will continuously attempt to reconnect until a connection is possible. If, for whatever reason, Elluminate is not able to re-establish a connection and your session is cut short, a make up session will be provided to you at no additional cost.

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