Overview of Writing, Reading, and Language Center

Sep 29, 2024

Writing, Reading, and Language Center Overview

Introduction

  • The lecture discusses the resources available in the Writing, Reading, and Language Center (WRLC).
  • There are three WRLCs across the college, one on each campus, offering both in-person and online tutoring services.

Availability of Services

  • Campus Locations:
    • Germantown, Takoma Park, Rockville.
  • Hours of Operation:
    • Virtual Hours:
      • Mon-Thu: 9 AM - 8 PM
      • Fri: 8 AM - 4 PM
      • Sat: 10 AM - 2 PM
    • In-Person Hours:
      • Vary by day; check specific campus schedules.
  • Computer Lab:
    • Reservations can be made for technology use.

Tutoring Services Offered

  • One-on-One Tutoring:
    • Sessions with qualified tutors (faculty or staff).
    • Assistance available for any writing-related needs:
      • Brainstorming ideas
      • Outlining
      • Revising drafts
      • Implementing feedback from professors.
  • Writing Help Beyond English Classes:
    • Assistance available for any class with writing components (e.g., Psychology, Biology).

Types of Tutoring Available

  1. In-Person Tutoring:
    • Face-to-face sessions on campus.
    • Health guidelines apply (e.g., masks, health assessments).
    • Bring two copies of your paper.
  2. Online Tutoring:
    • Live Video/Text Chat:
      • Synchronous interaction (similar to Zoom).
      • Requires larger screen device (laptop/desktop preferred).
    • Written Feedback:
      • Submit paper for tutor feedback without direct interaction.
      • Ideal for revisions and grammatical help.

Requirements for Tutoring

  • Must be a current Montgomery College (MC) student.
  • Need to register for an online account with your MC email.
  • Bring your assignment sheet and work to tutoring sessions.
  • Upload written work in advance for written feedback sessions.

Appointment Details

  • Scheduling:
    • Appointments can be made up to 7 days in advance.
    • Sessions last 45 minutes with 15 minutes for report completion.
    • Multiple appointments allowed per day, but not back-to-back.
  • Cancellation Policy:
    • Appointments can be canceled up to 24 hours in advance without penalty.
    • Missing three appointments in a day results in temporary loss of booking privileges.

Additional Resources

  • Workshops Available:
    • Covering topics like essay writing, grammar, reading skills, and research.
  • Writing Groups:
    • Focus on diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences.
    • Possible incentives for participation (e.g., stipends, gift cards).

Contact Information

  • Phone & Email:
    • Two phone numbers available to avoid busy signals (both forward to on-campus).
    • Email: [email protected].
  • Accessing Resources:
    • Main MC website can direct to WRLC with a search for "WRL."

Conclusion

  • Encourage students to utilize WRLC services for writing and language support to enhance their academic performance.