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the Reading/Writing Center is to serve as a drop-in tutoring service
for students enrolled in KVCC courses. Assistance is
available from full-time staff and student tutors.
Students can receive assistance with
writing essays and research papers, and
proper documentation. Students may also use one of the
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Fall and Winter Semester
Monday through Thursday
9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Summer Semester
Monday through Thursday
10 am to 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 12 pm
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Getting
the most out of tutoring:
- VISIT
the Reading/Writing Center as soon as you need help.
- PREPARE
for your tutoring session. Read your text, attend class
regularly, do as much of your homework as you can beforehand.
- BRING
your textbook, notes, current assignment, and any other materials which
will help the tutor understand what you are doing.
- PICK-UP
a contact card when you arrive. Complete it while you are
waiting for the next available tutor. These records allow
us to schedule staff to meet student needs.
- AT
THE TUTORING TABLE begin working
while waiting patiently for a tutor; work with other students
when possible.
Instructional
Presentations:
Web sites for online
assistance:
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Specific tips and
guidelines
MLA and APA resources are available in the
Writing Center.
Pick up these
helpful booklets in the Center, or click and print:
Expectations:
- A tutor will work with you as soon as
one is available after you arrive.
- A tutor will rotate among students in
order to serve as many people as possible.
- A tutor will ask questions and make
suggestions.
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