Tutoring Policies & Procedures

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana of - Richmond provides tutorial assistance in selected areas for students enrolled in classes and students residing in the region enrolled in e-Learning classes through other Ivy Tech sites. This is a free service, and students are encouraged to utilize it. A schedule of available tutoring times is posted each semester in the Learning Resource Center. Appointments are encouraged.

Tutoring is available in:

• English - ENG 024, 025, and 111
• Math - MAT 040, 044, 050, 080, and 111
• Computer classes - CIS 101
• Help may be offered in additional courses based upon tutor's skill set. Please ask for availability.

The philosophy of tutoring provided by the region has three basic tenets:

• Tutoring is intended to provide supplemental assistance; it is not intended as the primary vehicle for delivery of instruction.
• Tutoring is a privilege, not a right, of students.
• Students are responsible for being prepared to participate in a tutoring experience.

Student Responsibilities:

• Students are expected to have attended class or made a reasonable attempt to learn the material (2 ½ hours per week for a 3 credit class) before requesting tutoring assistance.
• All students are expected to bring their books, materials, and assignments to each tutoring session.
• Come with a list of questions!
• Don't wait until last minute. If you know you have a test on Friday, don't wait until Thursday to come in for help!
• Don't expect the tutors to do the work for you!

Limitations to Tutoring Assistance:

• Tutoring assistance is not available for any type of tests or quizzes. The only exception to this rule is if you have a documented disability that requires special help.
• The Learning Resource Center reserves the right to not provide tutorial assistance to students who do not meet the responsibilities noted above.

For more information, contact Stephenie Peterson at 1-800-659-4562 x 1188 or 765-966-2656 x 1188 (if outside of Indiana).