How To Schedule a Group Tutoring Session

This article provides step-by-step instructions to show students how to schedule a group tutoring session on Upswing. Read the written instructions below, or scroll down to watch a quick video tutorial!

Helpful Things to Know About Group Sessions

• The recommended maximum group size is 3 - 4; most tutors have the limits set for each tutoring session. You will be able to see this limit before you schedule with your tutor, so be sure to double check they can accommodate the group you have in mind!

• Come prepared with a list of questions -- the other students in the session may have a similar question to you, and having a written list will help you quickly skip over questions that have already been answered.

• If you have classmates that you would like to join you, let them know which tutor you scheduled and when so that they can add the session to their upcoming sessions as well.

Written Instructions: Scheduling a Group Tutoring Session

1. Go to the "Tutoring" Page.

   On your Upswing home page, you can start by either clicking "Meet with a tutor" on the main window, or clicking on "Tutoring" in the side navigation bar.
   
   
   

2. Search for Your Course.

   In the search bar, search for your class! If you're having trouble searching for your class, please view this article: How To Search For Your Subject to Find a Tutor
   
   

3. Choose a Tutor!

   After searching for your course, you'll see all of the tutors available that can assist. If you'd like to only see tutors available for a certain type of session, you can filter the results by following the instructions in this article: How To Filter For Tutors by Session Date, Time, and Location
   
   Once you've found a tutor you'd like to schedule with, click on the "Schedule" button below their profile picture, or click on "View Profile" to learn more about this tutor.
   
   
   

4. Pick a Date and Time to Meet.

   On the tutor's profile, you'll be able to see all of the dates and times they're available for sessions. If you'd like to schedule a group tutoring session, you can filter for group sessions using the "Location" filter above their availability. Find a day that works for you, and click on the blue "Select a Time" button!
   
   
   

5. Provide the Session Details.

   In the pop-up, select the course you'd like to meet about, the time you'd like to meet, and the duration of the session. You'll also have the option to upload any files you'd like to review with this tutor, but this is not required.
   Once you've provided all of this information, click on the blue "Schedule" button to submit your request.
   
   
   

6. View Your Session Request.

   You'll be able to see your session request from your "Tutoring" page, in the "Upcoming Sessions" box. Once your tutor has accepted your request, the session status will show as "Approved". 
   
   
   

7. Tell Any Classmates To Join Your Session!

   In order to have a group session with other classmates, you'll need to let them know the name of the tutor you booked the group session with, as well as the session date and time. They can then follow the instructions below to join the session you booked!

Written Instructions: Joining An Already Scheduled Group Session

1. Go to the "Tutoring" Page.

   On your Upswing home page, you can start by either clicking "Meet with a tutor" on the main window, or clicking on "Tutoring" in the side navigation bar.
   
   
   

2. Search For the Tutor by Name or Course.

   In the search bar, search for either the tutor or the name of the course. If you're having trouble searching for your class, please view this article: How To Search For Your Subject to Find a Tutor
   
   

3. View the Tutor's Profile.
   

   Once you've searched for the tutor, click on "Schedule" or "View Profile" to access the tutor's profile.
   
   
   

4. Find the Group Session You'd Like to Join.

   When viewing the tutor's availability, you'll be able to join a group session that's already been scheduled by clicking on the blue "Join" button next to the session.
   
   
   

5. Join the Session.

   After clicking "Join", a pop-up will appear. You won't need to fill out any of the fields, since the session was already booked by another student. All you have to do is click the "Join" button!
   

Video Walkthrough: Scheduling a Group Tutoring Session

The short video below explains how to find a tutor for an online group tutoring session. 

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