STUDENT SUCCESS TOOLS

 

The Learning Centers offer many tools for students to use that will assist in your academic success. The list below outlines many of your options. If you have questions, please ask at the Learning Center Customer Service Desk.


KURZWEIL 3000
Educational System
(Sign up at Learning Center front desk to reserve technology)

  • Reading fluency and comprehension
    • Variable speed
    • Word tracking

  • Building Vocabulary
    • Definitions
    • Lists

  • Study Skills
    • Note taking / Outline
    • Footnote
    • Sticky note
    • Text note

  • Reference
    • Definitions
    • Synonyms
    • Syllables
    • Spell Word

  • Writing
    • Read back created document or while typing 

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PLATO
Self-paced tutorial for skill building
(Contact Learning Center front desk to register)

  • On-Line skill building
    • Course specific Math & English
    • General reading, writing, biology, chemistry
  • Worksheets available at: www.support.plato.com
    • Course specific Math & English worksheets
    • General reading, writing, biology, chemistry worksheets

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STUDENT SUCCESS SEMINARS
Specific topic sessions
(Session dates available at front desk, in schedule of classes, or online)

  • Time Management
  • Learning Styles and Reading Skills
  • Note Taking Skills
  • Test Taking Skills
  • Memory Skills
  • How the Brain Learns Naturally
  • Motivational & Anti-Procrastination Skills
  • Stress Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision Making Skills
  • Papers, Projects, & Presentations

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TUTORING
(Schedules are available at the front desk or online)

  • Group tutoring available in selected areas of study
  • Individualized writing tutor appointments

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OTHER

  • Books
  • Videos
  • Models
  • Maps

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