Tutor and Writing Support

Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) Program

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.

• PAL Leaders are College of the Rockies students who have passed the course in high standing, or strong current students who are hired to lead PAL sessions
• Sessions are on-line, times are arranged between the student and the 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.

PAL Request Form

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Want to be a PAL Leader?

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.

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What Do PAL Leaders Do?

PAL Leaders support learning and assist students to understand concepts, problem-solving techniques and improve study skills in the subject area by;

• Assisting with organizational strategies specific to the course.
• Assisting students with study skills appropriate to the course delivery and assignments.
• Identifying appropriate review strategies.
• Connecting with course faculty to understand where students are struggling.

Get help from one of our professional tutors in English and Mathematics. Temporarily, all tutoring services have moved online.

Availability

The timetable below show tentative schedules for tutorials.

Note: These schedules are subject to change, so please check back for updates.

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​English Tutorials Fall 2020 Hours (Mountain Standard Time)

Ask a Question Service: Monday - Thursday / 8:00 am -12:00 pm

How to format your email: 

• Subject line: Name & Student ID  
• Body of email to include:
  • 1. Your question
  • 2. You may want to include the text you are referring to. (such as a couple of your sentences or an assignment question.)

Paper Review Service: Monday - Thursday / 8:00 am -12:00 pm

• Students will receive assistance on a first come, first served basis.
• If we are unable to accommodate you that day, you will receive an out of office reply. 

How to format your email: 

• Subject line: Class Name, #, (FOCUS) ENGL100. (CITATIONS), Student Name and ID
• Body of email to include: Google doc or Word version of your best, most complete work. 

Contact the English Tutor

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Math Tutorials Fall 2020 Hours (Mountain Standard Time)

Times for individually-booked / virtual drop-in / text chat sessions.

Contact the Math Tutor

Monday	12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tuesday	10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wednesday	12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursday	10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Friday	12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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

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.

Enter AskAway Live Chat

We are currently in the pilot phase of the peer mentorship program.

The Peer Mentorship program provides incoming students with peer-to-peer support and guidance during their first year at College of the Rockies. The objective of this program is to provide Mentees with various skills and support to help them be successful in their educational goals.  Mentors meet with their Mentees approximately one hour per week through one-on-one support and other social events organized by the mentorship program.

Benefits to Mentors:

• To access training and professional development opportunities
• To share one's knowledge and experiences
• To enhance self-esteem
• To share educational, leadership, career and learning goals
• To gain recognition for service to the individual and the College
• To enjoy the feeling of being useful and supportive
• A meaningful resume entry

Benefits to Mentees:

• To learn more about the College and the community
• To build self-esteem
• To enhance self-motivation, self-discipline and goal setting
• To be more successful in reaching their educational goals
• To make a successful transition to college