I Knew I Could

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When I think about all of the tutoring sessions throughout both semesters, Fall 2012 and Spring 2013, I think of my student and her motivation or lack of motivation to learn.  She did not think she was a good "reader or writer".  My student needed to be encouraged time and time again.  She also needed to learn how to think positive about herself.  Self-talking "I Think I Can" over and over helped her to build a little more confidence in herself.  As her tutor, I had to find ways to capture her interests and build her self-esteem.   I admit that it was a rough road, with many obstacles.  But here we are, we made it.  She was able to show great progress in her reading abilities.  In the end she can finally say "I Knew I Could!"