Learning Services

Do you feel your skill levels are not accurately reflected in your ACCUPLACER® placement assessment scores for math or writing? The Learning Services department has a workshop for that, and it's free! The ACCUPLACER® Test Prep Workshops are designed for students who have had previous exposure to the assessment topics in high school or college but may need a refresher. Students must have taken the ACCUPLACER® assessment once, but not twice, in the last two years to be eligible to attend.

Is attending a workshop the right move for you? While we cannot guarantee your scores will improve, many students who have attended these workshops in the past have seen significant improvements in their scores. Having higher scores means you can take your required courses sooner without having to worry as much about prerequisites. This translates to saving time and money.

Contact Learning Services at learningservices@sscc.edu or call 800.628.7722 x2825 to reserve a spot for one of the sessions.

ACCUPLACER® Test Prep

For Accuplacer Prep, please visit SSCC's Accuplacer Prep webpage for instructional videos and worksheets.

ACCUPLACER® Test Prep Workshops

• Mathematics: Arithmetic | Students scoring below 225 on the algebra section
• Mathematics: Elementary Algebra | Students scoring between 225 and 263 on the algebra section
• Writing | Students scoring between 1 and 4 on the writing section

Contact Learning Services at 937.393.3431 x2825 for more information.

Success in the Digital Age CRDW 0099

Taking your first online course? Do you have the skills for it? Learning Services has a workshop for that! The Success in the Digital Age Workshop is designed to help students to become familiar with the basics computer skills needed to be successful in an online class.

• To schedule a workshop contact Stephanie McKinney at smckinney3@sscc.edu

Contact Learning Services at 937.393.3431 x2825 for more information.

To receive Southern State's coaching services, you must complete the Learning Services Registration

• Learning Services Registration

You can submit the learning services registration application electronically or submit a printed copy to any faculty secretary or to Learning Services. Once the form is completed, you are eligible to utilize the coaching resources which include drop-in labs, one-on-one sessions and online coaching through Canvas.

While most labs focus on mathematics and writing, Learning Services also offers drop-in labs which are manned by coaches who can provide general coaching in all subject areas. When the drop-in lab coach can no longer serve the needs of the student, they will then serve as coaching ambassadors to help students connect with Southern State course-specific coaches or with virtual coaches through our online Canvas platform.

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While a coach cannot be guaranteed for every subject, every effort will be made to fill any request received.

Our mission is to develop independent, responsible, lifelong-learners by promoting active learning, increasing student motivation and instilling confidence. The center strives to create an open, inviting atmosphere conducive to learning. Coaches will seek to identify learning styles and assist the student in developing sets of learning strategies which address their needs.

If you think coaching is about failure, think again! Learning Services offers students an opportunity for academic success. Use the available resources to:

• assist with time management;
• build and reinforce basic knowledge;
• discover Southern State student support services;
• identify learning styles and strategies;
• improve grades and overall GPA;
• obtain feedback on written assignments;
• prepare for exams and standardized tests;
• receive assistance with formatting papers;
• stay on top of coursework; and
• tackle difficult concepts.

The staff of Learning Services are here to provide you with support and guidance. Feel free to contact them with any questions you may have!

For more information or services, please complete and submit this form and we will get back with you as soon as we can!