The current educational trend is that more and more students are in need of college preparatory transitional environments and individualized, custom designed learning opportunities. TAI, Inc. continues to work to meet the needs of exactly these kinds of students.

Our model provides students the opportunity to develop their skills in the way best suited to each of them; the students also develop the independent study skills necessary for success in college.  Initially, the teacher trains the students how to function on their own when they have a question; they will find other familiar work to concentrate on until the teacher can return to answer their specific questions. The teacher moves around the classroom working with one student after another. Students are guided to work on their own and to remain productive while the teacher works with other students. This is initially frustrating because most students do not have these skills. As we foster independent learning, students become proud of their college learning skills. This works because rigorous academic expectations are complimented by attention to each student’s learning needs and learning styles.

The theme of our classrooms is interaction, conversing with the teacher in a Socratic approach to learning. Students love the opportunity to engage with the teacher. We know that learning is enhanced by a positive, enthusiastic response from a teacher who cares.

The enthusiasm that our inspired and inspiring staff brings to our classrooms demonstrates our belief that there is no learning without excitement. It is an ongoing balancing act for our instructors to create these stimulating conversations for their variety of learners and still hold these students to rigorous academic expectations.