Section 9 Student Resources
¶PCC and the world at large offer several resources that you may benefit from while taking this course.
Tutoring.
The Tutoring Center at Sylvania offers free tutoring in math. You should find some time to check it out, if you haven't already. Details can be found at www.pcc.edu/resources/tutoring/sylvania.
Visit www.pcc.edu/resources/tutoring/sylvania/student-success/math-center for details about free online tutoring that you have access to as well.
PCC Student Learning Center Math Self-Study Resources.
Some PCC faculty have been putting together self-study material for mathematics topics, including the topics in this course. If you would like to see an alternative to what is in your textbook, please visit spot.pcc.edu/slc/mathresources/output/html/.
College Success Courses.
There are several one-credit courses available to help you maximize your success in the college experience. These include courses specifically geared toward study skills. The following site offers information on these courses as well as tips for success: www.pcc.edu/resources/panther-tracks/college-success/study-skills.html.
Math Study Skills.
PCC instructor Jessica Bernards co-authored these free lessons on study skills that help people succeed in math courses. spot.pcc.edu/mathstudyskills
Online Videos.
At the Khan Academy (www.khanacademy.org) you can find thousands of 10- to 30-minute videos on various mathematics topics. See what you can find that may be relevant to the topics we are studying in class using appropriate search terms.
Khan Academy is just one such site. See what else you can find online searching for math videos. If you find a series of videos that you feel is helpful, keep visiting them as the term progresses.
Counseling Services.
(SY CC 210, 971–722–8153)
Get help dealing with personal or career concerns that may be impacting your academic success. Trained professional counselors can also assist you with decision-making, goal-setting, and personal development.
Multicultural Center.
(SY CC 267, 971–722–4112)
A welcoming and inclusive space for diverse students. One of the many services is one-on-one help for math courses, drop-in or by appointment:
Queer Resource Center.
A welcoming and safe space to hang out and be yourself. Free computer use, coffee and more:
Student Computing Center.
(SY Library, 971–722–4325)
Internet access, mathematics computer programs, and more (orientation required).
www.pcc.edu/resources/computer-labs/
Allocation of \(100\) double-sided pages of free printing per term (does not roll over to next term).
Student Learning Center.
(SY Library, 971–722–4540)
An informal, open study area, with the added benefit of free tutoring assistance. The Math Center resides here. For more information:
Veteran's Resource Center.
(SY CC 220, 971–722–8793)
Relax, connect, computer workstations, work study and volunteer opportunities, and more. For additional information:
Women's Resource Center.
(SY CC 268, 971–722–8101)
A wide variety of services that support the academic achievement of women: