Triangulation in the Writing Center: Tutor, Tutee, and Instructor Perceptions of the Tutor's Role

Abstract

Investigates how participant expectations are enacted in tutorial conversations and in self-reported role perceptions. Considers how tutors, tutees, and course instructors perceived the tutor's role. Examines the tensions implicit in expectations they hold of the tutor's role(s), especially as they compare to those of the course instructor. (SG)