ARC FAQs
Is tutoring available to anybody?
Tutoring is available only for DACC/NMSU credit enrolled students.
Do you tutor all DACC subjects?
Is an appointment required in order to receive tutoring?
Appointments are not needed, tutoring is on a walk-in basis.
How long is a tutoring session?
Depending on the need for tutors' assistance, a student can receive help up to an hour if the ARC is not too busy.
How should I prepare for a session?
To make the sessions as effective as possible students are encouraged to prepare by: 1) bring all relevant course material, 2) review notes, 3) read chapter/s and, 4) attempt homework prior to each session. Students can also make a list of questions they may have encountered while attempting homework or reading course material.
Do tutors assist with homework assignments, test, exams, and/or quizzes?
Tutors will not do homework assignments with (or) for the student. Tutors are not permitted to help students with take-home quizzes, test, exams, or test corrections unless prior arrangements have been made by the professor and Coordinator.
Do I have to sign-in and out if I only need to study?
Yes, every student that comes in the ARC needs to sign-in and out, even if it is only to study. The purpose for sign-in and sign-out is: 1) to monitor facility usage, 2) monitor subject matter sought to hire tutors appropriately, and 3) documentation for faculty when giving extra-credit for tutor attendance.
Do we sign-in and out for different subjects?
Yes, if a student originally comes in for English (Writing) help and, after finishing with that subject, needs help with math, the student needs to sign out for English and sign in for math.
Can I use the computers in the center?
Yes, the computers in the center can be used for academic purposes by any credit enrolled DACC/NMSU student. Please keep in mind that not all computers are connected to a printer.
Can I get one-on-one help with math?
Yes, one-on-one is available with math. However, due to high demand, math tutors are responsible for working on the floor and assist many students at once. As such, math tutors assist students with (one) problem then step away, to give the student time to try the problem on their own. The tutor then returns to ensure that the concept was understood. Furthermore, math tutors have been instructed not to work through every problem with the student. In other words, math tutors will not help complete homework assignments.
When is tutoring available?
Tutoring is available at several sites and schedules differ, please look at our tutorial services for subject matter and times.
Is tutoring available in Spanish?
Tutors support class instruction, thus with the exception of foreign language class, class instruction and tutoring are done in English. However, the ARCs are staffed with Spanish speaking tutors (please call to verify).
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