Learning Center / Academic Assistance

PURPOSE of the LEARNING CENTER:

• Teach strategies for learning (access strategies);
• Extend the learning in the general education classroom (extension);
• Provide targeted intervention; and monitor progress of students. 

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

Remedial Education - To re-teach basic skills and augment in-class instruction  in small group or individualized instruction.

Support with Course Work - To support students with assignments, projects and class work by providing additional time for work completion and further instruction.

Study Skills - To teach study skills including organization, time-management, exam preparation, and effective listening, reading comprehension, note taking and writing skills.
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Test preparation - additional help with study guides, visual aids, study schedules, group tutoring, practice sessions, identifying areas of weakness and targeted instruction .

PROGRAM AIMS

• To provide remedial learning opportunities, learning skills training and academic support to students identified as requiring learning assistance using a range of teaching methods and curriculum approaches.
• To identify students requiring remedial learning assistance through a process of screening and assessment.​
• To ensure appropriate consultation and documentation in the development and delivery of programs for students with learning and related challenges.