Industry News
In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.
Associations
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for your business plan. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
Canadian Associations
- Learning Specialists Association of Canada | A nationwide community of education professionals. Check out the Canadian Tutor Standards here.
- EdCan Network | EdCan Network is a cross-Canada network with a strong membership base of leaders in the education, research and policy, not for profit and business sectors.
International Associations
- National Tutoring Association (NTA) | The NTA is the oldest and largest professional association dedicated exclusively to tutoring, and represents the interests of thousands of tutors in the U.S. and 13 other countries.
- Global Professional Tutors Association (GPTA) | An Australian-based international organisation with an emphasis on a professional code of ethics for tutors.
- The Tutors’ Association | Supports members in the tutoring and supplemental education industry from around the world with frequent online and in-person networking events.
Magazines & Trade Journals
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for business planning. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
- Mentoring & Tutoring | The purpose of this journal is to help advance knowledge and understanding of mentoring, tutoring and/or partnership in learning through a focus on high-quality research papers and development activities. Published 5 times per year.
- Education Insider Magazine | An education magazine which provides information about a wide-range of topics, including tutoring and online tutoring, from industry professionals
Consultant & Other Websites
Online Tutor Coach | Run by an experienced tutor and business owner, this service offers one-on-one sessions to help others grow their successful online tutoring business.
Kristy Gibbs Business Coach | A consulting service for women tutors and teachers which offers a tutor bootcamp, membership program, and private coaching.
MarketWatch - Industry Analyzer | The Industries section contains current data on Dow Jones Industry Sectors. Aggregate data as well as company-specific data is available.
PriceWaterhouse Coopers Canada (PwC) | Global consultancy firm that produces reports on the state of various industries.
Firsthand | A free source of industry information. Use the Industry Profiles to research growing industries and best industries by major, and Company Rankings and Profiles to find news, company information, and industry-specific sample professions. Basic monthly membership is free and offers access to blogs, discussion forums, and job listings.
Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre | This free resource created by the Vancouver Public Library is an online and in-person resource that helps newcomers to Canada find information to get a job, explore different careers or start a business.
Blogs & Discussion Forums
- Coach for Tutors Podcast | Business coach Michael Gibbens and special guests discuss ways to launch and grow a tutoring business.
- Grow Your Tutoring Business Podcast | Former teacher turned self-employed tutor Richard Cowell shares business tips with others looking to make the same career switch.
- 6 Figure Tutoring | Focused on building a successful online group tutoring business.
- The Online Tutor Business Podcast | Host Joanne Kaminski helps tutors learn how to create a sustainable online tutoring business in an efficient manner.
TIP: As with all sources, news articles and blogs should be carefully evaluated. For information on how to evaluate your information, watch video tutorial Module Five: Using Information Responsibly.