THE LEARNING CENTER
Stout Hall, Lower Level
(308) 865-8214
The Learning Center provides support for UNK students
through a variety of tutoring services and instruction for academic
enhancement. Programs and services offered include:
- FREE Academic Area Tutoring for ALL University of
Nebraska at Kearney Students - The University of Nebraska at Kearney is unique
in that it offers FREE tutoring services to all enrolled students. Qualified
upperclass or graduate students who have received extensive training as tutors
are available during office hours in the Learning Center as well as evening
hours in the library or designated study lab. They are also available for
appointments with students.
- University Foundations Classes (recommended for
freshman and transfer students) - University Foundations is a three-credit
hour class designed to improve student performance and persistence. This
course strives to improve academic performance as well as address career and
personal concerns. In a University Foundations class students
learn how to approach new ideas and subjects, how to study new topics
efficiently and how to perform better in discussion and on tests.
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Special Topic Classes (effective study strategies) -
The Learning Center also provides a variety of short special topic courses for
students who wish to improve their learning techniques and study skills.
Modules offered include: Listening and Notetaking Skills, Study Skills,
Vocabulary Expansion, Test Anxiety, Reading Improvement, Spelling Improvement,
How to Write a Research Paper and Critical Thinking Skills.
These short courses will last four weeks and can be taken through
individualized instruction or during scheduled class times. Each of the
classes is worth 1 credit hour and will be graded on a credit/no credit
basis. Since these courses are numbered at the sub-100 level they do not
result in credit toward a degree, but they do help maintain full-time student
enrollment requirements. These courses are open to all University students
who want to enhance their academic success and skills.
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Drop-In Assistance for student challenges and
concerns.
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Workshops or Classroom Presentations on various
aspects of effective study.
- Make-Up Exam
Monitoring for Faculty.
10 May 2006
ugradcatalog@unk.edu
