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Learner Support
Overview
Our office empowers students to self-advocate and to make a successful academic transition to the University. Our team partners with you to meet your academic goals and to develop skills and strategies to learn more efficiently and effectively. We offer services in-person and remotely to accommodate student needs.
Learning Strategies Consultation
Whether you are a freshman beginning at Saint Joseph's University, an adult returning to campus, an ESL student new to the language of medicine, or any student looking to study more efficiently or effectively, we can help you strengthen your learning strategies.
During our meeting, we will work with you to create a personalized study plan. Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Time Management
- Study Skills
- Note Taking
- ESL Support
- Strategic Reading
- Test Preparation
- Test Taking
- Memory
- Overall Concentration
Schedule a Consultation
To schedule a consultation:
- Log in to Starfish
- Select My Success Network
- Select Learner Support
You will be able to select a Learning Support Specialist and appointment time that works for you. You will be prompted to indicate your preference for an in-person or remote session.
Workshops
Our office runs regular workshops either in-person or online. Workshop topics rotate to align with course demands and requirements throughout the semester.
Workshops are announced through the Academic Support Calendar on the Portal page and are published in the monthly issues of InStallments.
Seeking Learner Support Group Sessions but can’t find any that align with your schedule or needs? Sign up for a Learning Strategies Consultation in Starfish along with a few peers or classmates. Indicate your desired topic from our drop-down menu as well as the names of the students in your group for a tailored small-group seminar.
Peer Tutoring
Our Peer Tutoring program pairs you with a trained peer who has successfully taken your course. Tutoring appointments are offered either one-on-one or in small group settings and are free of cost. Courses covered vary based on tutor availability.
Make an Appointment
To schedule a peer tutoring appointment:
- Log into Starfish
- Click Menu tab on Top left
- Click on Courses
- Find the course you want a peer tutor for
- Make an appointment with a peer tutor for your course