Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I get a tutor?
A. Free academic tutoring is available to undergraduate nursing majors during fall and spring semesters. Contact the Learning Enhancement Services for an appointment to sign up for tutoring services and to discuss your reasons for seeking help. Tutor referrals will be made at that time. For further information on tutoring see Peer Tutoring.
Q. I would like to talk to someone about some good study habits to help me learn how to study efficiently rather than just reviewing my notes. Who can help me?
A. Each semester, Learning Enhancement Services offers a series of free study skills workshops on goal setting, time management, principles of memory, reading, taking notes, test preparation, and multiple-choice strategies. Several other topics are offered in addition to these. Individual sessions are available by appointment throughout the semester. For a list of sessions, times and dates, check the Workshops Schedules.
Q. Do you provide assistance with APA formatting?
A. APA group tutorials are offered during the semester and by appointment throughout the semester. In addition, for APA related information, go to Writing Assistance.
Q. I have several research papers due this semester. Can I get help with my writing?
A. Sessions on general writing processes are offered as part of the series of free study skills workshops throughout the semester for undergraduate and graduate nursing students. For specific individual concerns on writing, an appointment is necessary. Writing assistance may include the stages of writing, organizing ideas, clarifying thoughts, and general APA format guidelines. However, we do not edit or proofread students’ papers.
Other resources include:
- The Undergraduate Writing Center provides individual advice on all aspects of writing to UT undergraduates.
- The UT Graduate Student Writing Service assists graduate students through individualized writing consultations across all disciplines.
For further information with writing, please check the Writing Assistance web site.
Q. I am interested in knowing more about my learning strengths and weaknesses as a student. Can you help?
A. The Learning and Study Strategies Inventory (LASSI) is a self-scoring assessment designed to measure ten strategies necessary for success in college classes and which can be improved. Students may use the results to decide which areas to address for improvement. LASSI sessions are offered at the beginning of each semester and again mid-semester. The assessment can also be taken on an as-needed basis. Check this semester's LASSI Course Schedule for dates and locations.
Q. Can graduate nursing students obtain assistance through the Learning Enhancement Services?
A. The free study skills workshops are open to all nursing students. In addition, AE, MSN, and Ph.D. nursing students can make an appointment for individual requests of services.