The Learning Center Building Pathways to Student Success
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Mission Statement and SLOs The mission of The Learning Center
is to develop student skills, prepare students to be independent
learners, create a community of learning, and develop a passion for
teaching among student tutors. Improved in individual study skills
and study habits Improved performance in coursework
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What is The Learning Center (TLC) Designated section numbers in
accordance with Title V Clearly stated SLOs Students must enroll in
section number to utilize services; therefore, student ID is
required. Generates FTEs for the District Has an instructor of
record, meeting Title V minimum qualifications Follows Title V
Regulations Serves all COC students and faculty CCC, VLC, and
Online Locations
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Who Are The Peer Tutors? Recommended by faculty under Title V
Several hold Bachelor and Master Degrees Many are COC graduates or
currently attending COC TLC Employs over 200 instructional and non-
instructional workers Specialists in their content area Many have
gone on to become educators, including COC faculty Community and
student volunteers
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What Subjects Are Tutored? During all hours of operation: Math
English/Writing Computers/CIT During limited hours (check our
website): Chemistry Biology/Microbiology Accounting/Business Math
Physics and Engineering German, French, Spanish and ASL Philosophy
History Psychology Political Science Sociology Communications
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Services For Students Tutoring Group Study Rooms Workshops
Guided Learning Activities Study Jams Textbook Access Study
Resources Test Proctoring Computer Use and Printing ATM Machine
Online Tutoring Calculators For Faculty Attendance Reports Testing
Services Online Tutoring Custom Referrals In-class tutorial
assistance for special projects FLEX opportunities Student Tours
Room Reservations Lecture capture Room Study Rooms with
cameras
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Testing in TLC Dedicated space for paper- based and computer
exams In-room testing proctors to maintain academic integrity
NetSupport to monitor computer- based exams Lockers for student
belongings Secure test storage and return Computerized tracking
system Over 12k Exams last year Examination Information Forms
available online Dedicated testing staff email Supervised by full
time classified staff
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A Pathway to Student Success Analyses of every study conducted,
show that students who participated in tutoring outperformed
students who did not, regardless of the amount of tutoring received
or the measure of success used (retention and success rates).
Students pursuing tutoring are more likely to succeed than other
students, negating any notion that students pursuing tutoring are
less capable. In the 2012/2013 academic year, TLC generated over
$500k in FTEs. In the 2012/2013 academic year, TLC served over 10k
students. In the 2012/2013 academic year, TLC administered over 12k
exams.
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Supplemental Learning Supplemental Learning is a set of
learning activities students can attend on their own to improve the
college experience. They can work on improving English or Math
skills, or develop their learning potential by attending Study
Skills activities. WORKSHOPS Led by faculty Attendance Reports
Available Required, recommended, extra credit, or voluntary
Scheduled at specific times GUIDED LEARNING ACTIVITIES (GLAS)
Individual and self-paced Computer tutorials students complete
which are reviewed by tutors Attendance Reports Available First-
come, first-served during GLA operating hours
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Incorporating SL Activities Allow for credit or extra credit
Staggered due dates Topics in alignment with classroom
activities/assignments FYE Requirements Weekly attendance
reports
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Retention Rates 21% of students completing 5 or more activities
had higher success rates in math 49% of students completing 5 or
more activities had higher success rates in English 10% of students
completing 5 or more activities had higher success rates across
disciplines
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Custom Referrals Struggling Students SAMPLE REFERRAL
Individualized Feedback for instructor Clear communication with
tutorial staff Support for classroom assignments Layered form of
education to improve retention rates
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Accelerated Learning The Learning Center provides tutoring and
learning tools for accelerated students to be successful and less
stressed Accelerated Learning Students frequently experience
additional stress from the rapid pace of classes. To combat this
challenge, Accelerated Learning students should seek out the
services offered by The Learning Center as frequently as possible.
Being well-prepared helps reduce stress Many Accelerated Learning
students are successful working adults, and upon returning to
school ehy are suddenly dealing with being in the unfamiliar role
of the novice, causing even more stress. TLCs Test Anxiety
Workshops are especially helpful to Accelerated Learning students
TLC is open Saturdays 9am-1pm
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Math Computer Assisted Learning (mCAL) mCAL - Alternative to
Traditional lecture only format of most math classes Computer
tutorial software with examples & explanations that can be
accessed during class or anytime to help students better understand
concepts Each mCAL class has an in-class tutor to help students
learn more effectively Pretests given to ensure test readiness
Online Quizzes multiple attempts 80% required to pass Exams
Students must have completed all required preliminary assignments
Multiple attempts 80% required to pass Final Exams Students must
have completed all required preliminary assignments C B and A Level
Finals Multiple attempts for each level 80% required to pass
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Computer Programs and Services Computers for Student Use
Blackboard Support Students must purchase a refillable print card
initial cost $1.00 6-in-1 memory card reader Copiers Headphone Free
Wi-Fi Laptop charging stations Study Rooms with computers and
cameras Computer Tutoring Microsoft Office Professional (Word,
Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) Adobe Photoshop SPSS AutoCAD Minitab
Quickbooks Pro And more!
