Tutoring Resources
Tutoring Resources at 91²Ö¿â
Tutoring Resources are free to all 91²Ö¿â students for 91²Ö¿â classes. The Learning Lab (SCRC 533) is the home of the Math and Writing labs. Drop in or make appointments in Starfish Services.
Writing Lab
The Writing Lab is a great first stop for any type of writing assistance. All services are free and available on a walk-in basis, but advance appointments are highly recommended (especially during college crunch times).
Meet with us for assistance with...
- Idea selection and development
- Essay flow and organization
- Effective discussion board posts
- Coaching in grammar and punctuation
- APA and MLA formatting
- Essays, Speeches, Discussion Board Posts, Scripts, Proposals, Reports, Etc.
Reading support is available in the Writing Lab on Mondays and Thursdays only. Our Reading and Writing Tutor will support you in college-level reading skills, such as thinking critically about reading and pulling important information from complex texts. 91²Ö¿â students find the Reading Lab helpful in any 91²Ö¿â course that requires reading.
In-person writing and reading tutoring is available by walk-in or appointment.
| WINTER 2025 |
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| Monday - Thursday |
10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Math Lab
The Math lab is located in the Learning Lab on the Petoskey campus, Student Community Resource Center, in room 533. The lab includes a study area and tutoring to assist students who may need additional math support. Computers in the math lab are equipped with the current 91²Ö¿â math curriculum software and are available during the tutoring and testing center office hours.
In-person math tutoring is available by walk-in up to Math 140. Higher level math by Appointment Only.
| FALL 2022 | |
| Monday - Thursday |
10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Net Tutor® (Online 24/7)
NetTutor offers live tutoring on-demand, question drop-off, and writing feedback. Tutors are subject matter experts trained in how to translate tutoring best practices and learning strategies to support students online. Connecting with a tutor is fast and easy, with no downloads necessary and a service that doesn’t require ample bandwidth. All tutoring takes place on an intuitive whiteboard interface and is facilitated with course specific tools and functions.
General Inquiries:
ttc@ncmich.edu231-348-6682
Questions? We can help!
Diane Brazier
Tutoring and Testing Specialist
dbrazier@ncmich.edu
231-348-6693
For questions about testing and tutoring:
Amber Lewis
Tutoring and Testing Center Manager
alewis4@ncmich.edu
231-348-6687
Peer Tutoring
Tutoring is available to 91²Ö¿â students on a peer-to-peer basis, group tutoring, and study skills support tutoring. Peer tutors have successfully completed the course they are tutoring with a B+ or above, and maintain a 3.0 GPA or above, and/or have been recommended by an instructor for a specific class.
Steps to Request a Peer Tutor:
- Read & Sign the requirements to receive tutoring services (available in the Testing and Tutoring Center or )
- Complete an availability schedule
- Tutor Coordinator will contact you when a peer tutor is identified
When a Tutor is Assigned:
- Attend the class (it is a requirement)
- Meet with the tutor at designated time/day every week for 1 hour
- Be prepared with questions/issues to ask the tutor, bring your books, notes & class syllabus
- Participate, ask questions, & listen
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Tutoring is: |
A tutor will: |
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A good way to get help |
Help you understand the class material |
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A confidence-builder |
Help you understand an assignment |
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Supportive |
Help you discover an answer |
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About building your skills |
Show you ways to make your work stronger |