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Cindy Bourne: Math & Science Centre & Supplemental Learning
Academic Expectations, Resources, and Support for Your Student Cindy Bourne: Math & Science Centre & Supplemental Learning Kim Buschert: Library Brea Molnar: Advising & Involvement Centre Deanna Simmons: Disability Resource Centre
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Expectations and Challenges
Expectations in post secondary classrooms Attend class Complete the assignments Take ownership of learning (autonomy) Organize and manage time Collaborate with classmates
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Expectations and Challenges
Fast pace Large classes Time management Developing strategies to succeed Knowing where to find resources
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Characteristics of successful students
attend all classes manage time monitor their own learning apply their learning collaborate with colleagues - shared learning use the resources provided! What are some of these resources?
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Supplemental Learning
Focuses on high risk classes (Chem, Math, Engineering, etc.) Assigns a successful senior student (SL leader) to the class SL leader attends all lectures SL leader facilitates out of class sessions to work with material SL is well attended – more than 2900 – Sept 15 to Oct 31 5 or more SL sessions make a difference SL has had a direct impact on retention SL is offered in Chem, Math, Physics, Applied Science (1st year Engineering), Psychology, and a number of other classes
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Math and Science Centre
Tutoring for first and second year math, science, and Engineering Tutors are senior students and grad students Tutors are recommended by faculty Back to Basics Exam Jam
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Library: library.ok.ubc.ca
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Library Teaching & Learning Centre -currently under construction
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Peer Mentor Program New students are invited to request a Peer Mentor
Peer Mentors are successful senior students in their same faculty Peer Mentors volunteer to be a helpful resource and friendly face during the first semester for the incoming class Peer Mentors ed their mentees in August and will meet in person at Create Orientation Peer Mentors support students with non-academic issues, create and invite mentees to events, and refer students to the right resource depending on mentees’ needs It’s not too late for your student to sign up for a Peer Mentor:
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Disability Resource Centre
Who Do We See at the DRC? Students who have: Permanent Disability - Learning, Physical, Sensory 2. Chronic Illness - Mental health, mental illness, physical Injury - Head injury, broken bones What Do We Do at the DRC? Accommodations: The purpose of an accommodation is to allow students to overcome disability-related challenges that impede their academic success. Exam – Extended Time, Distraction reduced environment Classroom/Instruction – Note takers, Specialized seating in class Procedural – Priority placement on-campus housing, Disability parking pass
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Programs Supporting the DRC Students
Peer Mentor Program accessAbility Program Inclusive Technology Lab Accessability Assistant Tutor List Liase with and support the faculty Located in University Centre Room 214
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Located in UNC 207 Academic Advising Career Services Get Involved
Advising & Involvement Centre Located in UNC 207 Academic Advising Advising Specialists First Year Peer Advisors Learning Coaches Career Services Get Involved Go Global
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We do this by providing information:
Academic Advising We do this by providing information: Program Requirements Majors/Minors Determining best use of electives Essential tools for degree planning Dealing with disappointing grades Academic Success – coaching on study skills, exam strategies, etc. Impacts of withdrawals or failed courses Explaining UBCO policies and procedures Connecting students with campus partners who can further assist them
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What YOU can do support your first-year student
Show interest in their assignments, deadlines Ask them to describe some of their challenges Ask them how they prepare for papers etc… Remind them that they KNOW a lot or they would not be here Remind them that we have resources…lots of them Encourage them to get involved on campus, volunteer, join clubs
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Thank you for your time Cindy Bourne –Learning Resources & Supports
Amanda Brobbel – Library/Writing Centre Deanna Simmons – Disability Resource Centre Brea Molnar– Advising and Involvement Centre
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