Tutoring Services | Lake Superior State University

Tutoring Services: Focusing On Student Learning

Visit the ASC for academic support through peer tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, the Math Center and the Writing Center!

Link to 24-7 tutoring through SmarThinking

Looking to schedule in-person or online tutoring?

Schedule IN-Person Or Online Tutoring

Hours

Sun: 5pm – 9pm
Mon – Thurs: 9am – 9pm
Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: CLOSED

The goal of the Academic Success Center’s tutoring program is to enhance students’ abilities to master difficult material in a personal and technologically supported environment. The focus is on student learning and assisting the student with course content via development of study skills, note-taking and test preparation techniques, time management/organizational skills, and other academic success strategies. Our tutors work with students to help them achieve academic independence.

The tutoring program provides individual and small-group tutoring for many 000-, 100-, and 200-level courses. If a tutor is unavailable at the time of student inquiry, we do our best to locate a tutor or some other form of academic assistance that will benefit the student. For more information on setting up an appointment, visit the Academic Success Center at the center desk on the main floor of the library.

Our tutors must be enrolled full-time at LSSU, carry at least a 3.0 GPA, have successfully completed the courses to be tutored, and receive the professor’s recommendation to tutor each course. If you are interested in becoming a tutor, please visit the Academic Success Center for more information.

For more information on assistance that may be available to you, email [email protected]!

Welcome To LSSU ASC 24/7 Tutoring!

We are excited to help you with your academic needs. This semester, all tutoring appointments will be scheduled through LSSU Brainfuse. To ensure a productive tutoring session, please follow the instructions below:

Scheduling an in-person session with an LSSU Tutor

Log in to your LSSU 24/7 online tutoring account with your My.LSSU username and password: https://landing.brainfuse.com/saml.asp?oauth_consumer_key=43441FD0
To schedule a tutoring session with an LSSU tutor, select “Tutor Match.“
Select the Topic and Subject you need help with.
Choose the appropriate tutor based on their availability and expertise.
Schedule a tutoring session at a time that works for you.
If you cannot find a tutor or time that works for you, please fill out our Tutoring Appointment Request form at https://forms.gle/yECSHZh4HEtVnhqA8

Scheduling an appointment with LSSU 24/7 Online Tutoring (Brainfuse)

Log in to your LSSU 24/7 online tutoring account with your My.LSSU username and password: https://landing.brainfuse.com/saml.asp?oauth_consumer_key=43441FD0
Select “Live Help.“
Select the Topic and Subject you need help with and click “Connect.”
Wait for the tutor to join the session. They will initiate the conversation.
If you run into any issues finding a tutor through the Online Tutoring, please fill out our Tutoring Appointment Request form: https://forms.gle/yECSHZh4HEtVnhqA8

Looking to schedule in-person or online tutoring?

Schedule IN-Person Or Online Tutoring

Hours

Sun: 5pm – 9pm
Mon – Thurs: 9am – 9pm
Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: CLOSED

Remember, LSSU in-person and online tutors are here to support your learning journey. Take advantage of the opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and gain a deeper understanding of your subjects.

Happy learning!

Communicating with your Tutor
- Be respectful and actively engage in the session. Remember that the tutor’s job is to assist you by answering questions and explaining concepts that you bring to the session!
- Clearly explain the areas you need help with or the questions you have.
- Ask for clarification if you don’t understand something the tutor explains.
- Participate in discussions and ask questions to enhance your understanding.
Using the Interactive Whiteboard in virtual sessions
- The tutor may use an interactive whiteboard to explain concepts visually.
- Follow the tutor’s instructions on using the whiteboard tools (drawing, highlighting, typing, etc.).
- Feel free to interact with the whiteboard by adding your own notes or annotations.
Reviewing Concepts
- If the tutor covers a lot of material during the session, ask for a quick summary or recap to ensure you grasp the key concepts.
- Take notes during the session for future reference and review.
Wrapping up the Session
- Toward the end of the session, summarize what you’ve learned and ensure you understand the main points.
- Ask the tutor for additional practice exercises or resources to reinforce your understanding.
- Provide feedback on the session if prompted.
Post-Session Review:
- After the session, review your notes and any additional resources provided.
- Attempt the practice exercises or problems discussed during the session.
- If you have further questions, consider scheduling another tutoring session.