Adjunct Faculty

Two ways to point students to tutoring services are by sharing information about tutoring with your class as a whole and by raising a tutoring flag for an individual student.

Not sure how to raise a tutoring flag? Follow the link to raise a tutoring flag.

We find that students respond best to referrals when the faculty member has discussed tutoring services with the student before raising a flag in Starfish. Many students hear “referral” and think something is wrong, so it’s essential to emphasize both the benefits of tutoring and that successful students routinely seek academic support.

Here are some talking points we have found effective:

• Jefferson offers free tutoring help through the Learning Commons for course content, writing, research/reference, computer/Blackboard, reading and study skills.
• Many students use these free services and find them helpful.
• Every student experiences challenges in their classes from time to time. Tutoring is one way to get help with those challenges.
• At the Learning Commons, you can meet with a peer tutor, who is also a Jefferson student.
• Tutoring can help you meet your goals for our class.
• Would you like me to contact the tutoring center for you? They will be glad to help.

Finally, before making a referral, consider whether tutoring is the best solution. For example, if the student is not attending class or turning in assignments, tutoring is unlikely to help. Students who are putting effort into your course are most likely to benefit from working with a tutor or librarian.

We are always interested in suggestions for books and media that:

• Support class assignments
• Help with assignment preparation 
• Increase student learning

If a JCTC Learning Commons does not have an item you require, you may be able to borrow it from another library through Interlibrary Loans. 

• Allow at least two weeks to receive the item. It may take longer!
• Usually there is no cost for interlibrary loans. If the item is available only from a library that charges a fee, the Learning Commons tell you the cost before ordering the book or materials.
• If you lose, damage, or keep a book past the due date, you are responsible for fines or fees.

Jefferson has a wide variety of free professional development that you can participate in. Find out more on the Professional Development site.