1:1 Appointments
What Do You Need Help With?
Our team is here to help you succeed! Book a one-on-one appointment to receive tailored support in the following areas:
- Math: Get assistance with concepts and problem-solving.
- Research & Citation: Find credible academic resources and master citation styles like APA or MLA.
- Writing Support: Improve your writing skills, from ideas to final drafts.
- Learning & Study Strategies: Learn how to effectively study, get organized, and take notes.
- Technology Assistance: Learn to use digital tools effectively.
- Assistive Technology: Enhance your learning experience with the right tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students will behave in accordance with student code of conduct
Students will abide by Fanshawe College’s Academic Integrity Policy at all times
In-person learning support appointments are held in the Library Learning Commons between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm.
Virtual learning support appointments are held on Zoom between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm.
A quiet meeting space is not guaranteed for appointments made with less than 48 hours’ notice. To ensure privacy, please reserve a room in advance and include the room number in your booking form. Otherwise, sessions will be held in the Library Learning Commons.
Learning support staff will not evaluate the quality of faculty instruction. If in doubt, students should follow guidelines set by faculty members for assignments, tests, etc.
Learning support staff do not prepare for appointments. It is the student’s responsibility to bring the work they would like help with to the appointment
Learning support staff will not do students’ homework or assignments, and they will not edit or proofread assignments.
- Engaging in these activities could be considered an act of Academic Misconduct
Students will give the learning support staff member a detailed description of what help is needed at the time of booking
Students will prepare for appointments by doing assignments and bringing any materials needed (graded assignments and/or tests, textbooks, etc.)
Students will keep up in class by attending classes and completing assignments
Students can book appointments and/or attend a drop-in session for:
- Research and Citation support
- Math and Science support
- Writing and citation support
- Study Skills support
- Tech help
- Assistive Technology support
We reserve the right to limit drop-in interactions to 20 minutes if demand is high.
- Students must cancel appointments that they cannot attend before the start of the appointment.
- Learning support staff members will wait for students for 15 minutes from the appointment start time.
- Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late to an appointment are considered no shows.
- Students’ appointment booking privileges will be suspended after 2 no shows. Students with suspended privileges can make an appointment with the learning support staff member(s) and the Manager, Library and Testing Operations to discuss reinstatement if desired.
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If a student needs support with the booking software, they can contact Library Learning Commons staff at llc@fanshawec.ca or use the Live Chat function on the Library Learning Commons website: Protected: Library Home – Fanshawe Library Learning Commons.
If a student wishes to express a concern about an unsatisfactory experience, they can contact the Manager, Library and Testing Operations.
Math Help
Looking for math help? Brent is available by appointment in the Library Learning Commons (F1066).
Drop-in Math help is now available for students in F1066! You can find Brent on the following days and times:
Tuesdays: 9 am – 1 pm
Thursdays: 1 pm – 5 pm
Research & Citation Help
Gain the skills and confidence to efficiently navigate, critically evaluate, and effectively utilize current information sources.
The Outreach Services team is now offering drop-in hours for students! Come see us at the Library desk in F1066 for research assistance.
Alex H’s Drop-In
- Monday: 9 am – 12 pm
- Tuesday: 9 am – 12 pm
- Wednesday: 9 am – 12 pm
- Thursday: 9 am – 12 pm
- Friday: 9 am – 12 pm
Alex T’s Drop-In
- Monday: 2 pm – 5 pm
- Tuesday: 2 pm – 5 pm
- Wednesday: 2 pm – 5 pm
- Thursday: 2 pm – 5 pm
- Friday: 2 pm – 5 pm
Writing & Citation Help
We can help you enhance your writing and communication skills, no matter what level you are starting at.
Writing and study skills help is now offering drop-in hours for students! Come see us at the Library desk in F1066 for writing and study assistance.
Wednesday: 9 am – 12 pm
Learning & Study Strategies
Learning and study strategies support students who may struggle with time management, have difficulty retaining information, experience test anxiety, and require assistance with note-taking.
Tech Help
We can help you to build your confidence with technology and software applications. Our coaching approach helps you learn how to tackle problems independently, preparing you for future challenges.
Assistive Technology Help
Are you registered with Counselling & Accessibility Services? Get in touch with our Assistive Technology team to access tools to help you succeed!
