{"id":3981,"date":"2018-10-26T17:00:32","date_gmt":"2018-10-26T21:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brackety-ack.pages.roanoke.edu\/?p=3981"},"modified":"2018-10-26T17:00:32","modified_gmt":"2018-10-26T21:00:32","slug":"3981","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brackety-ack.com\/?p=3981","title":{"rendered":"Subject and Writing Tutors Support Students"},"content":{"rendered":"

Written by Bradley Bommarito<\/em><\/p>\n

As students face increasing workloads over the course of a semester, they may become aware of academic areas or skill sets that they need improvement in. \u00a0Whether one is struggling in a particular discipline or overcoming deficiencies in their writing skills, students who choose to seek support through RC\u2019s Subject Tutoring or Writing Center will find that help is never far away.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cA variety of on-campus academic resources are available to students, including faculty members\u2019 office hours or research assistance from the library staff. In addition, the CLT offers Academic Coaching, Subject, and The Writing Center. All of these services within the CLT are free to all Roanoke College students,\u201d said Elizabeth Myers, coordinator of Subject Tutoring and the Testing Center at RC\u2019s Center for Learning and Teaching (CLT).<\/span><\/p>\n

These resources are designed to provide more individualized support that goes beyond what one experiences in the classroom. \u00a0A variety of tutoring strategies and composition pedagogies are utilized to reinforce and build on the content present in coursework.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe all have different ways of learning, and sometimes it can be really helpful to address material in an additional format beyond classroom lecture or reading text. Discussion or hearing a concept rephrased in a different way can be a useful learning tool that can make the difference in mastering course material,\u201d said Myers. \u201cAlso, the very act of taking the initiative to become more engaged in one\u2019s studies can increase momentum in finding motivation and success.<\/span><\/p>\n

Open from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursdays evenings, both services offer appointments of varying lengths with peer tutors. \u00a0Students can come in to work on specific assignments and skill sets, or they can receive more general assistance. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWhen scheduling or preparing for an appointment, it\u2019s ideal when students can state what specific concepts they\u2019d like to work on in the session. However, tutors are trained to ask intentional questions to identify where a student needs help,\u201d said Myers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Misconceptions about tutoring may intimidate students who would otherwise take advantage of the extra help, especially students who may have never asked for academic assistance before.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cSometimes students seem to think that tutoring is only for those who have not been successful in academics, but that often isn\u2019t the case. In fact, coming to Subject Tutoring shows a dedication to learning, as well as the wisdom to take advantage of available resources. Working with a tutor is actually an indicator of academic success. Additionally, students sometimes assume there is a cost for tutoring, and it\u2019s free,\u201d said Myers.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the most prominent misconceptions is that tutoring is for students who are not performing well. Students may not realize that tutoring has something to offer for students of all levels of academic achievement.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe would like for students to think of us not as emergency medicine but as preventative care. Visiting the Writing Center is like eating well and exercising and getting regular check-ups, it\u2019s good for everyone who writes,\u201d said Sandee McGlaun, associate professor of English and director of the Writing Center. \u201cYou don\u2019t need to wait until you\u2019re \u2018sick\u2019 or struggling to visit us. Come early and come often!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Students may be surprised to learn that the Writing Center helps with more than just papers.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI think many students may not be aware that we offer help with oral presentations,\u201d said McGlaun.<\/span><\/p>\n

More information about Subject Tutoring and the Writing Center can be found on their respective webpages through the library\u2019s website. Students interested in applying to be peer tutors can locate applications online.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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