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Tutorials & Coping with Stress

You may feel stressed about attending a tutorial; perhaps because you are not comfortable speaking in front of others; maybe you do not have confidence in your communication skills, or the confidence to answer or debate on issues discussed at the tutorial. As a result, you may begin to become anxious or stressed during the tutorial, or before you even attend the tutorial. This is a fear shared with many students, however it is important that you do not become stressed or skip the tutorial. 

As you attend more and more tutorials you will find that you are more comfortable with the environment you are in and as a result your confidence will grow. Preparing in advance by reading the materials, thinking about the topic, preparing comments and questions should also help you feel more able to contribute.

See the do's and dont's section and assertiveness section for tips on how to improve your tutorial experience. 

Arrange a one-to-one appointment to talk to a Learning Development Tutor about this issue.