Hybrid Learning Solutions


We offer a hybrid solution for parents who are looking to keep their children home in the upcoming school year. What does that mean? We highly recommend utilizing the State of Michigan’s virtual resources (Michigan Virtual Charter Academy or Connections Academy) as a means for curriculum and consistent instruction. These are a free, publicly funded option that the state provides to students. Grand Rapids Tutors is uniquely positioned to support and complement hybrid or homeschooling solutions. If you’re interested in learning more about these complementary services, we offer discounts for more routine tutoring to support the virtual student.


Virtual Tutoring



Changing times calls for the evolution of tutoring styles and options. Grand Rapids Tutors has started a virtual tutoring solution using various software platforms, depending on the client’s needs and comfort with specific software. Below are a few options that we highly recommend along with others that are also a possibility:

  • LearnCube - LearnCube is a software designed for virtual tutoring.  This software is best used if you have a touch screen computer, as you can use the screen exactly like a whiteboard.  It is very interactive and is a great option.  If you don't have a touch screen, it might be a bit more clunky, but is still a very collaborative option.

  • Zoom - The free option has unlimited 1 on 1 meetings and the 40 min. time limit only applies with groups of 3 or more.  There isn't the same whiteboard feature that LearnCube has, but it does allow the tutor or student to share their screen.  This could be great option if you need to access online content that is on the student’s computer.  They also have a great tutorial for education over Zoom.

  • Google Hangouts - Interactive Google based software that works through your existing Gmail account.

  • FaceTime - Apple based software.

  • Skype - Microsoft based software.

Virtual Tutoring is a great option during the current COVID situation and is also great for families with busy schedules who would benefit from an online platform.