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Tutoring Programs

Learning Resource Center

 

 Support for Academic Success

If you need help in a class, you're not alone! We offer tutoring programs to help you succeed with your academic goals.

  • Use all available resources early to get the best start in your classes.
  • We are here to help!
  • Watch our Introduction to the LRC video.
  • And if you have issues signing in, email LRC@fhda.edu.

Foothill College Virtual Tutoring

January 4 – March 25 • Winter 2021

 

We use Zoom to pair you with a tutor. You'll need a quiet space and a computer with a microphone to participate.

SCHEDULE A WRITING APPOINTMENT

Go TO DROP-IN TUTORING

Steps to Meet with a Tutor

  1. CHECK Tutoring Program Hours below for specific subjects.
  2. LOG INTO LRC Tutoring Online Drop In System or log in to TLC Writing Appointment System to schedule an appointment.
  3. FOLLOW THE PROMPT to access drop-in tutoring or to schedule an appointment. (Note: The Drop In button will be inactive during hours when no tutoring is available in the LRC.)
  4. CLICK ON ZOOM LINK to enter tutoring zoom room.

NOTE: You can access the LRC Tutoring Center while in Canvas, too.

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  • Select the Student Support Portal icon on the left menu.
  • Look for the Tutoring tile.

Tutoring Program Hours

Pass the Torch (Peer-to-peer tutoring for core courses in English, ESLL and Math)

Winter Hours (January 4 - March 19)

Study Team Meetings Hours

Monday–Thursday: 10 a.m–4 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.–noon

Pass the Torch teams will meet online via ZOOM, according to team schedules.  For more information, contact Elvia Herrera by email at herreraelvia@fhda.edu.

 

Visit Pass the Torch website to learn more about the program.

STEM Center (Accounting, Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Math, Networking, Physics, The Garden, The Village)

Winter Hours (January 4 - March 21)

 
Drop-In Tutoring
MONDAY-FRIDAY
  • Noon–8 p.m. (Chemistry, CS, Math, Physics)
  • Noon–4 p.m. (Accounting and Economics)

 

MONDAY-THURSDAY CS-ONLY EXTENDED HOURS

  • 8 p.m.–Midnight (tutoring available for CS only)
SATURDAY
  • Noon–4 p.m. (Chemistry, CS, Math, Physics)
SUNDAY EXTENDED CS-ONLY EXTENDED HOURS
  • Noon–Midnight (tutoring available for CS only)

Networking Tutor Hours: 

  • Tuesday: 5pm - 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 6 pm - 8 pm
  • Thursday: 5 pm - 8 pm
  • Friday: 4 pm - 6 pm
  • Saturday: 2 pm - 5 pm
  • Sunday: 2 pm - 5 pm
For topic-specific tutor availability, see Winter 21 STEM Center Schedule
Availability of Group Study Rooms in the Learning Resource Center (LRC): You are welcomed to bring your study group to LRC Tutoring Online, and request the LRC Host to place you in a "Group Study Room". Also inform the Host how many classmates you expect to join. When you do need support from a Faculty Tutor, sign in via https://foothill.edu/tutoring/ , then return to the LRC Lobby and inform the LRC Host the Group Study room you are already in.

Math & Science Handouts

Visit STEM Center page on Canvas to learn more about the program.

Teaching & Learning Center (Support with reading and writing for all subjects)

Winter Hours: January 11 - March 25 

Drop-in Tutoring (1/11 - 3/25)

Mondays – Fridays: Noon – 8 p.m.
Saturdays: Noon – 4 p.m.

 

By-appointment Tutoring (1/11 - 3/25)

Mondays - Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

 

Study Skills & Writing Workshops (1/5 - 3/16)

Tuesdays: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

NCEL Conversation Practice (1/11 - 3/25)

Mondays and Fridays: 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays:  10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

 

Visit the LRC Canvas page in the Student Support Portal for an updated schedule of study skills workshops. 

  • Log in to Canvas and click on the Student Support Portal (left menu)
  • Click on Go to Tutoring
  • Scroll down to the Teaching & Learning Center tile for workshop schedules and locations

Visit Teaching & Learning Center website to learn more about the program.

NetTutor (24/7 online tutoring)

For hours when the Teaching & Learning Center (TLC), STEM Center, and Pass the Torch are closed, or for subjects not covered by Foothill's tutoring centers, you can get additional online tutoring support from NetTutor, a 24/7 online tutoring service. For more information about NetTutor, please visit Online Learning Tutoring Services.

Resources for Using Zoom

Specialized Programs

We have Summer Bridge for Math and English and MPS for Math 10 Statistics. Check out options below.

English Bridge

Provides a summer review session for students interested in preparing for an English placement retest.

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EOPS

State-funded program serving students who are financially and educationally disadvantaged. Includes one-on-one tutoring.

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Math Performance Success

Would you like extra help with Math 10: Statistics?

If yes, the MPS program provides support to help you complete your general education, transfer and associate degree math requirement.

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Math Summer Bridge

Summer review session for students preparing for a math placement retest.

LEARN MORE

COVID-19 Update: All Tutoring Centers will be CLOSED for in-person tutoring through June 25, 2021.
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