What We Can't Help With
- Tutors may not directly help students with:
- In-class essays - Tutors may discuss the readings associated with the in-class essay, as well as understanding the assignment. Tutors may also discuss general writing strategies, but they may not help with any part of writing the actual essay or any outline. A tutor may help with the revision of an in-class assignment only after the Instructor has granted permission and notified the Director or the Assistant Director that the revision does not replace the original grade.
- Take-home tests or quizzes.
- Extra credit – We are unable to help with extra credit associated with any take-home or in-class assessment; however, extra credit support may be available for other assignments based upon the nature of the course. Other restrictions may also apply based on an instructor’s requirements. Tutors can discuss general strategies and concepts for these assignments.
- Students must plan ahead to receive tutoring. We are not always able to accommodate same-day requests, and last-minute tutoring is ineffective, as it does not allow sufficient time for understanding course material or for test preparation.
- Tutors cannot:
- Proofread for students, write any part of a paragraph or essay, or write on a student’s paper.
- Guarantee that a student will receive good grades.
- Do homework for students.
- Take the place of going to class.
- Advise students about current or future course selection.