Tutoring Services

Navigate Study Buddies connects you with your classmates so that you can coordinate to meet virtually. View the Step by step guide to Study Buddies.

Request an Online Study Group hosted by an Academic Success Center tutor.

The following virtual workshops will be hosted using Zoom.

TEST ANXIETY WORKSHOP: View the test anxiety video in the "Recorded Workshops" tab below - see "Managing Anxiety About the Exam."

D2L Basics

This session will walk-though the basics tools used in D2L. All technology trainings will be in the this zoom room. 

Tuesday, January 19 1:30 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 21 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, January 26 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, January 27 10:00 a.m. - 1:00p.m.

Kaltura MediaSpace

This session will focus on learning about a free tool for creating and sharing your videos. All technology trainings will be in the this zoom room. 

Wednesday, January 20 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Friday, January 22 3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Monday, January 25 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 28 10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. 

STUDY SKILLS CRASH COURSE

This session will review technology that you'll need this semester and ways to organize yourself so that you can start off on the right foot with your classes. Questions are always welcome and encouraged!

• Thursday, January 14 at 9:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

• Note that 1:1 study skills tutoring appointments can be scheduled all semester through Navigate.

academic skills & managing anxiety

In this weekly 30-minute session, we'll review study skills and coping techniques for navigating your classes. Questions are always welcomed and encouraged! Every Monday at 4:45 p.m. beginning January 11

TEAS WORKSHOPS beginning January 11

Videos of past sessions are available in the “Recorded Academic Success Center Workshops” tab below.

TEAS Prep Session: Understand what is required for registration and completion of the TEAS exam. Later in the semester, this session will include testing tips, group study, and a discussion of test anxiety coping mechanisms. Every Monday 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

BIOLOGY WORKSHOPS BEGINNING JANUARY 11

BIOL 2200- Biology 1
This meeting is intended to help Bio 1 students with questions on this week's chapter. We will use an open-forum format, so please come with questions! Every Tuesday 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

BIOL 2224- Anatomy
This meeting is intended to help Anatomy students understand the structures of the body using your lab manuals. This will be an open-forum format, so please come with questions! Every Thursday 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

BIOL 2225- Physiology
This meeting is intended to help Anatomy students understand the structures of the body using your lab manuals. This will be an open-forum format, so please come with questions! Every Tuesday 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

BIOL 2235- Microbiology
This meeting is intended to help Microbiology students in both labs and lecture. This will be an open-forum format, so please come with questions! Every Thursday 5-6 p.m.

NURSING WORKSHOPS

Dosage Calculation Bootcamp: Review and practice dosage calculations.

• Tuesday, January 12 at 9:00 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

NPRO1000 Writing Workshop: Review basics for writing upcoming nursing papers using past examples, and learn about writing tutoring availability and options.

• Tuesday, February 16 at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Additional workshop recordings will be added here as they become available.

a. TEAs Session 1- Overview of the Exam
b. TEAs Session 2- Study Tips for the Exam
c. TEAs Session 3- Managing Anxiety about the Exam

Minneapolis College offers 15 hours of free online tutoring per academic year through Tutor.com, an online 24/7 tutoring service.

To access Tutor.com:

1. Login to your class in D2L Brightspace.
2. Scroll all the way down and click the Tutor.com logo on the lower right.

1. Be on time and keep appointments.
   Students may schedule up to 60 minutes per subject each day using Navigate or by contacting the Academic Success Center at 612-659-6140. Please contact us if you will be late or if you need to reschedule.
2. Arrive prepared.
   ​​​​Do the homework you understand.
   Write down your questions.
   Bring your class notes, syllabus, and/or assignment sheet.
   Silence your cell phone.
   
3. Academic Integrity is required.
   Tutors can provide helpful study tips, review and explain key concepts, work through examples, help you understand assignment instructions, discuss patterns of errors and how you can correct them, coach you in how to proofread your work, and offer constructive feedback and encouragement. 
   
   Tutoring is not a replacement for class/lecture. Tutors cannot assist in any way with a quiz or exam, provide answers to an assignment, be on standby while you complete an assignment, check or edit assignments or papers, or summarize reading assignments.

Please visit our Course Placement page for information on establishing placement.  We are currently not offering the Accuplacer test.

Students may receive tutoring in Math and Reading to help prepare for the Accuplacer test.  Complete the Accuplacer Practice Test BEFORE your test prep appointment and bring the practice test with you to enable your tutor to quickly identify your strengths and areas of improvement. To schedule a tutoring appointment, use your StarID and Password to schedule online, email the Academic Success Center, or call 612-659-6140.

THE ACCUPLACER WEB-BASED STUDY APP

The ACCUPLACER web-based study app features practice tests in each test subject. It is accessible from most devices with internet access, and will help you become familiar with the content and format of the ACCUPLACER test questions.

• “Learn as you go” tests provide you with explanation of the correct or incorrect responses.
• You can save your work at any time, and come back when it’s convenient for you.
• You can review your score history to see what you’re already doing well and what skills you should focus on improving.

Do you do well in a certain subject? Do you like to help people? If so, consider joining the Academic Success Center!

What are the benefits of being a tutor? 

Peer tutoring is a paid, professional opportunity for students who want to improve communication skills, work with students, and strengthen their familiarity with an academic discipline.  Tutoring schedules are flexible based on your availability and the Center’s business needs. 

Tutors receive training in Communication Skills, Professionalism and Ethics, Critical Thinking, and much more! Tutors who complete certification requirements may receive Level 1 Tutor Certification through the College of Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) – a great resume builder!

Minimum Requirements: 

• Completion of the course(s) in which tutoring is to be offered, with minimum grade of B. 
• A faculty recommendation for each subject area you wish to tutor. 
• Attendance at tutoring meetings and training sessions.
• Good interpersonal communication skills and ability to relate with people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds. 
• A high level of personal responsibility, reliability, and punctuality. 

Application Process:

1. Complete the FAFSA and submit all requested materials. This is required for all student employment positions. 
2. Register for at least 6 credits during the term that you plan to tutor. You must maintain enrollment in at least 6 credits during employment. 
3. Complete the Application and request that a faculty member in your intended tutoring subject submit the Faculty Recommendation Form.  Questions? Email us at academicsuccesscenter@minneapolis.edu.