Academic Support Center
Are you ready for finals? Tutoring in the Academic Support Center is available through Thursday, May 10.
Welcome to the Academic Support Center
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The Academic Support Center assists students in fully developing their personal and academic skills, concepts, and confidence by providing guidance, encouragement and opportunity to grow in a friendly learner-centered environment. We provide the services to help students obtain and improve essential skills that promote learning and develop or upgrade career skills.
The Academic Support Center provides students with strategies to improve their understanding of writing, critical thinking, study skills, and course content areas. Tutors encourage students to become actively involved in the learning process. ASC staff are available to collaborate with instructors on specific activities to complement or supplement classroom instruction.
All services are free to currently enrolled students.
Our Programs
Academic Tutoring
The Academic Support Center offers individual and facilitated small-group tutoring free of charge to current Manchester Community College students, in courses they are presently taking.
Writing Center
The Writing Center is a place to write. Tutors are available on a walk-in basis to assist students while they are engaged in the writing process.
Walk-In Math Tutoring
Walk-In Math Tutoring is an alternative to an individual appointment with a Math tutor. Walk-in hours are available for students to work independently or in small groups. Tutors are available during designated times to answer questions or assist students.
Online Tutoring
eTutoring is available online to Manchester Community College students in Writing, Mathematics, Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, and Information Literacy & Research Methods
ESL Conversation Lab
Faculty and tutors lead an open discussion designed for students wishing to engage in dialog for the purpose of strengthening their English comprehension and verbal skills.
Calculator Loan Program
The ASC has calculators available for loan to students. Students may borrow a graphing calculator if their course requires it. The calculator must be returned at the end of the semester. Calculators are limited in quantity and loaned on a first come first serve basis.
Assisted Computer Lab
The Assisted Computer Lab is located inside the ASC. Eight computers are available for students who wish to enhance their technology skills. Tutors are available by appointment to answer questions or provide guidance.
Workshops
Quick Tips is an effort organized by Transitional Programs to support students. To help students develop the skills they need to succeed Quick Tips sessions are Monday and Tuesday of each week. As you can see below topics vary:
Quick Tips Spring 2012
T201
11:00-11:25
January 23, 24: 10 Tips for a Successful Semester
January 30, 31: SQ3R – Text Book Reading Strategy
February 6, 7: Note Taking
February 13, 14: College Resources
February 20, 21: Memorization Techniques
February 27, 28: Stress and Anxiety Reduction
March 5, 6: Mid-Term Preparation
March 12, 13: E-Tutoring
March 26, 27: Helpful Websites
April 2, 3: Plan of Study
April 9, 10: Transferring
April 16, 17: Victim vs. Creator
April 23, 24: Memorization Techniques
April 30, May 1: Final Exam Review
