Access to our campuses might be restricted right now, but our commitment to helping you succeed this semester remains our priority. With our free tutoring, writing support, peer assisted learning, and peer mentorship services now available online, the support you need is just a click away.
Peer Assisted Learning (PAL)
Do you need help understanding course content or preparing for tests and exams? Do you have an area of expertise and the willingness to help out other students? Our free Peer Tutoring Program matches students who have identified a need for extra help in a subject with students who have a good background in the subject area and an interest in tutoring.
Our PAL program is fully online through Microsoft Teams; students will require access to the internet and a computer to meet with their assigned Pal Leader.
PAL provides additional assistance with course content through free online study sessions with a PAL Leader.
Note: We will do our best to find a PAL Leader for the program/course you need assistance with, however it is not always possible.
Email the PAL Coordinator with the current or past course(s) you feel qualified to tutor, and include the last grade you received in the course(s). This is not a guarantee of work, as instructors will be asked for their recommendations for tutors, but we always like to have a pool of students who may be interested in tutoring. It is also good to let your instructor know that you are interested in tutoring. Please note that you must be willing to tutor online using Microsoft Teams.
PAL Leaders support learning and assist students to understand concepts, problem-solving techniques and improve study skills in the subject area by;
Writing Lab
The Writing Lab is a free service available to all College of the Rockies registered students. This service is provided by Student and Enrolment Services, and staffed by a qualified writing tutor who helps students with individual writing consultations by appointment. The goal of the Writing Lab is to help students improve the writing skills they need to be successful at the college level.
Please note all times listed are Mountain Time.
Book a Writing Lab appointment
Monday |
9:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Open Lab |
Tuesday |
9:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Open Lab |
Wednesday |
9:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Open Lab |
Thursday |
11:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Open Lab |
Friday |
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Open Lab |
Professional English Tutor
Temporarily, all tutoring services have moved online.
Professional Math Tutor
Temporarily, all tutoring services have moved online.
Times for individually-booked / virtual drop-in / text chat sessions.
Monday |
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Tuesday |
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Wednesday |
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Thursday |
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
Friday |
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm |
WriteAway - Writing Help - Online
WriteAway is an online writing support service for undergraduate students. Submit up to three drafts of your paper to WriteAway, and online tutors will provide strategies and resources to help you improve your writing. Feedback is typically available within 24 - 72 hours.
Service notices and availability can be viewed from the WriteAway portal.
Please note all times listed are Mountain Time.
AskAway - Online Research Help
Chat with BC and Yukon post-secondary library professionals for convenient assistance with research-related questions, when and where you need it.
Phone: 250-489-8243
Toll Free: 1-877-489-2687 x3243
Fax: 250-489-8218
Email: studentservices@cotr.bc.ca
Book a Writing Lab Appointment
Email: englishtutor@cotr.bc.ca
Email: mathtutor@cotr.bc.ca