��ar� learning assistance centre • �capilano • �college LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTRE I 1 WORKSHOPS l 1 LEARNING RESOURCE AND ASSISTANCE STUDY CENTRE RELATED AREAS TUTORIAL CENTRE I Study Skills Individual Interviews Math Lab Books, Handout Materials Reading Improvement Tutorial Referrals Writing Workshop Videocassette Vocabulary Development CREDIT OFFERINGS I Reading Dynamics - c 1 Spelling Improvement SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULES I COMMUNITY ._ EDUCATION COURSES I � Spelling Tape Recorders I Reading Equipment ..-.. � Vocabulary Conceptual Blockbusting Effective Speed Reading Speed Reading Writing the College Essay Vocabulary Expansion Logic 1 Research Paper Coordinator: Donna Van Norman Location: A-110, South Campus Phone: 986-1911, Local 356 Electric Typewriters LEARNING ASSISTANCE-RELATED PROGRAMS The Mathematics Lab: Students experiencing difficulties with Mathematics should drop ,n to the Math Lab in the NF Building. The Writing Workshop: Students who have problems writing essays can sign up for individual help in the Human­ ities area, B Building. LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTRE WORKSHOPS The Learning Assistance Centre offers a number of workshops in A-110 which are designed to facilitate learning. Students are requested to register in advance by picking up a reg­ istration form in the Centre. Learning and Study Skills Each workshop series consists of six hours of instruction and discussion. Learning and Study Skills workshop topics include time management, notetaking, discussion skills, con­ centration building, examination strategies, and essay writing. Reading Improvement Through a series of intensive reading workshops, students learn and practise essential reading techniques. These workshops are designed to increase reading speed and comprehP;P§�e _. I! Vocabulary Development In the Vocabulary Development workshops, students will acquire a methodology for systematically developing an effective vocabulary. As well, efforts will be made to provide students with some of the terminology appropriate to their field of study. Spelling Improvement The Spelling Improvement workshop series will assist students in analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of their spelling ability. There will be some discussion of common error patterns, mnemonic strategies and traditional spelling rules. Students will receive a high degree of individual attention and will have access to a taped spelling program. Conceptual Blockbusting In these workshops, students will practice the strategies of defining and solving problems. Participants will "blockbust" ideas and solve problems in groups to help define and clarify the thinking processes. Creative thinking will be encouraged. Writing the College Essay Through three two-hour meeting, students will receive a brief introduction to the approach format and method of the research paper. A library orientation, a note-taking method, and topic development will be discussed. Special In-Class Workshops At the request of faculty, Learning Assistance Workshops will be conducted during regu­ lar class hours. CREDIT OFFERING Learning Assistance Program 201-Reading Dynamics (F,S,S) (1.5,0,.5) This course aims to improve reading speed and comprehension. The learning and practising of basic reading techniques assists students in becoming versatile, effective reader� A RESOURCE AND STUDY CENTRE The Learning Assistance Centre provides a quiet study area where students can work on projects and essays. In addition, the Learning Assistance Centre acts as a resource area in housing the following materials: -audio-visual equipment: students and faculty are welcome to use the videocassette player, tape recorder, Craig reader, reading accelerators, and electric typewriters. -self-paced learning programs: on vocabulary development, speed reading, spelling im­ provement, research-paper writing, and logic. -books and handout materials: on teaching, learning, reading, studying, exam strategies, essay writing, note-taking, typing, vocabulary building, and speed writing. -motivational materials: on overcoming fear, developing concentration, and managing time. - • A TUTORIAL CENTRE Students experiencing learning difficulties are invited to talk to Learning Assistance Coordinator Donna Van Norman. A-113. Appointments can be made by calling 986-1911, local 353 or 356. COMMUNITY EDUCATION COURSES The Learning Assistance Centre offers some courses in conjunction with the Community Education Division. For more information about the courses or the registration procedure, contact the Community Education Division at 986-1911, local 321 or 325. Effective Speed Reading for Business and Professional People An 18-hour course offered throughout the year. The aim of this course is to develop reading skills which will be particularly useful to business and professional people. Reading cassettes, pacers, and accelerators are used to increase reading speed and com­ prehension. Materials used in the course generally reflect a business orientation. Vocabulary Expansion The aim of this course is to learn the techniques necessary for developing an efficient vocabulary. Vocabulary Expansion will be of benefit to those seeking higher college grades, better employment opportunities, greater reading satisfaction, or overall self­ improvement. * LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTRE B Building A Building (Tower) lf-lA 110 South Campus Parking