Creativity is an attribute I would add to the list for tutors. Sometimes it might be necessary to "think outside the box" to help the tutee understand what they have been unable to comprehend. Obviously the traditional manner of learning the material is not working for them or they would not need guidance, if a way more creative could be presented to them that they can associate better with it would make for a better learning experience.
Today we also think of creativity as our differentiation within the classroom. Some students have trouble with lecture/verbal instruction or don't understand written instruction; this our opportunity to spice things up and allow them to learn in their own way.
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