Learning a new concept in a subject is similar to unraveling a heap of tangled cords. At first glance, the situation looks confusing and stressful. How are all these wires supposed to be straightened out?! Even at the first try, untangling the infinite number of cords seems impossible. By taking a step back, taking a deep breath, and analyzing the situation, the beginning, middle, and end of the wires become clear. Just a pull here, move this here, go under there, and presto! The twisted and awful mess evaporates! In my view, teaching is untangling misunderstandings and demystifying the topics in order that the student can see the beginning, middle, and end on their own. How can you help a student become an independent learner? In Latin, it is written that repetitio est mater memoriae, translated as "repetition is the mother of memory." Encoding the specific logic and meaning behind concepts is the way that a subject can be mastered. The responsibility of the teacher/tutor is to effectively demonstrate the logic and meaning behind complex topics so that confusion does not exist. For a student to be an independent learner, what has been demonstrated by the tutor/teacher must be encoded through meaningful repetition via practice problems and the like. How would you help a student stay motivated?