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What if my course is not on the tutoring schedule?
If your course is not on the schedule, you can submit an off-schedule tutoring request here https://www.riverland.edu/student-services/tutoring-services/off-schedule-tutor-request-form/ . You will then be contacted when we are able to find a tutor ...
Selecting New Tutors
Students who are interested in becoming a tutor can apply online. Go to the Tutoring Services webpage (https://www.riverland.edu/student-services/tutoring-services/)and select "Apply to be a Tutor”. You will receive your next steps after completing ...
Tutor Training
Students who are hired as tutors will receive basic tutor training prior to working with students. New tutors will also receive training throughout their first year of tutoring.
Cost of Tutoring Services
Tutoring is provided as a FREE service for students who are currently taking a Riverland course.
Getting Tutoring
It is easy to access tutoring services at Riverland! “Log in to Brightspace. Under “Tutoring,” select “Riverland Tutoring.” You may then sign in to the online appointment system using your starID and password. You may also access tutoring 24/7 ...
Tutoring Availability Times
Riverland peer tutors are available in-person and online most week days from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Online tutoring is also available in the evening or on the weekend. Check the online appointment system for specific days and times. Tutor.com services are ...
Tutoring Study Groups
Study groups are organized by the Tutoring Services and led by peer tutors who are in the class. Contact the Tutoring Services for help in starting a Study Group for your course. Tutoring Services Web Page
Tutoring Locations
Tutoring is located in-person in the Writing and Math Center, Austin East, Room N104. You may also have a tutoring session in another location. When you sign up for an appointment, it will indicate the location in which to meet your tutor. Tutoring ...
Tutoring Appointment Lengths
Sessions are usually one hour long but they can last from 30 minutes to 1 hours depending on the student's need, the course content, and the tutor's availability.
What Happens During a Tutoring Session?
Tutors work with students who are having difficulty understanding course material. The goal is to help students understand concepts and learn how to apply these concepts to their course work. Students are expected to come to the session with their ...