William Paterson University

Study Group:
	Academic Assistance with a tutor by appointment. Advantage: Study Group Participants are guaranteed the same time slot each week for 1.15 hours throughout the semester. Only 1 subject is tutored in the Study Group. Disadvantage: If unable to meet 1 week, students must call to prevent loss of this slot. If unable to meet more than 2 weeks in the semester, students loses the slot. Study Group Schedules Subject Schedules Staff Directory Top
Drop In:
	Academic assistance with a tutor or use of the SEC's resources without an appointment. Advantage: Students can drop in at any time for assistance or resources. Disadvantage: Student requesting a tutor may have a wait for an available spot. Study Groups occupy most of the tutors' time slots. Study Group Schedules Subject Schedules Staff Directory Top
Online:
	Students receive academic assistance online. All WPUNJ students are invited to participate in ongoing sessions. Advantage: Students can receive assistance at their convenience from their homes, work, etc Disadvantage: Interaction limited by technical capabilities. Online Tutor Schedule Online RegistrationOnline Directions Top
Post a Question:
	Studentsare invited to post their questions by subject on the SEC Blackboard Discussion board. Advantages: Students can post questions at their convenience. Other students can view and contribute to the question or response. Disadvantage: There is a 24 hour waiting period for a response. Blackboard Top
Dial a Question:
	Students can phone in a question. Advantage: Quick and easy Disadvantage: If all the tutors are with a study group, they may have to call back 973-720-3340 Top
Exam Reviews:
	Students can request an Exam Review before exams. Advantage: Provides a comprehensive review before exams Can be relatively spontaneous. Disadvantages: Reviews must be scheduled around Study Group sessions. Review needs to be reserved 1 week in advance Study Group Schedules Subject Schedules Staff Directory Top
Workshops:
	Students can review prerequisite skills needed for their science course. Advantage: Provides a comprehensive review of basic concepts or skills needed for chemistry, physics, kinesiology, and other science courses. Disadvantage: Only offered the 1st two weeks of the semester. Workshop Schedules