This course will explore the mathematics tutoring profession and the methodologies that make for an effective grade 3-12 or undergraduate mathematics tutor. Students will develop and increase the knowledge of the key ideas within mathematics teaching as well as discuss difficulties students may experience with these ideas, techniques for diagnosing the difficulties, and strategies for crafting individualized plans set to help students improve their understanding, and performance. Student will gain field experience and have an option of becoming a Massachusetts Certified Tutor. 2cr.