Tutoring options

Academic Skills Coach

The Academic Skills Coach assists students in developing effective study habits, improving time management, and clarifying learning strategies. She will assist you in accomplishing your academic goals by providing structure, support, and feedback. Examples of sessions include time management, learning styles, the study cycle, note-taking systems, textbook-reading strategies, and test-taking strategies.^*

• Study Skills Inventory (Dennis Congos, University of Central Florida, used with permission)

Course-Specific Tutoring

Math, Science, and STAT 200

Math tutors can help with math courses up to and including MATH 141; some can also assist with STAT 200. Ask about other courses; frequently someone can tutor them.

Interactive online tutoring for math is available.  If you wish to inquire about scheduling a virtual appointment, e-mail tutorrequest@psu.edu.

Writing

Writing tutors are available for both undergraduate and graduate students.

Interactive online tutoring for writing is available. If you wish to inquire about scheduling a virtual appointment, e-mail onlinewriting@psu.edu.

Specialty Tutors for Other Subjects^*

Ask us to arrange a tutor. If we can find someone who is qualified and willing to work for the Learning Center, we will arrange a tutor for you. We are often able to find one, but we cannot guarantee it. E-mail tutorrequest@psu.edu.

PECT and PAPA

The Learning Center, in collaboration with the Office of Teacher Education, supports Penn State Harrisburg students in their preparation for the PAPA (Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment) and PECT (Pennsylvania Educator Certification Tests).

Education majors should contact writing tutor Kathy Brode at kbb3@psu.edu or math tutor Janice Smith at jes57@psu.edu for individualized help in PAPA or PECT preparation.

Visit www.pa.nesinc.com for study guides and registration information.

[*] Not available during summer semesters