Math Tutoring in the ACE Center

The purpose of the ACE Center is to assist St. Charles Community College students in their learning. It is meant to supplement class time and instructor office hours. The ACE Center is a wonderful resource and is best utilized when following these guidelines.

1. Math tutoring is offered only to students enrolled in a mathematics course at SCC.
2. SCC students need to come into the ACE Center to schedule a time to meet with a particular tutor for a 25-minute session. Sign-up sheets will be posted in the math section. (Students can schedule up to 4 sessions per week.) Walk-ins will be welcome based on tutor availability. (Please call 636-922-8444 if you need to cancel.)
3. Students must study the material and begin the problems before working with a tutor. The ACE Center is a tutoring center, not a homework center. Homework should be done elsewhere.
4. Tutors will work and explain examples only from the text and/or class notes. They will also give study tips and answer specific questions. They will not assume responsibility for completing homework, but rather will seek to help students understand the concepts involved.
5. Tutors are required to follow the methods taught in class. Students must have their class notes so the tutors can consult them to determine the instructor’s preferred approach. The methods presented in the textbook will be the second choice.
6. Students who miss a class or need extensive review should utilize the appropriate learning aids (videotapes, computer software, etc.) available in the ACE Center. These resource materials are to be used in the ACE Center and are not available to be checked out for home use. (The library has math videos which can be checked out for home use.)
7. ACE Center tutors will not work problems on take-home exams or quizzes. 
8. Students are asked to ‘sign in’ when using the ACE Center--even if using it only for a moment. ACE Center funds for tutors, facilities, and resource materials are based on the number of students served.
9. A student I.D. or driver’s license is required for students that are checking out textbooks, videos/CD, and other study aids.
10. Students should refrain from cell phone usage while in the ACE Center.
11. No food, drink, or children are allowed in the ACE Center.