Learning Commons
The Learning Commons pulls together the Library with other academic support services at the college, including Academic and Career
Pathways, the Tutoring Center and Academic Coaching, and the Writing Center, under
one umbrella to create an ecosystem of student support.
How we can help you: For Students For Faculty
Academic and Career Pathways
Find an academic identity in one of seven academic and career pathways Faculty “Pathway Navigators” serve as career mentors Digital Learning Communities (“DLCs”) on Blackboard offer students information, opportunities,
and connections with others in their Pathway Industry professionals help students explore career options at Path Days
Visit ccri.edu/pathways to learn more.
Library
Laptops, WiFi Hotspots, and iPads available to borrow at the circulation desk Get help with research assignments by making an appointment, connecting on chat, or
visiting in-person at any of our four main campuses Online resources available 24/7 anywhere Come use our comfortable study spaces. Large tables for quiet study groups, soft seating
for relaxing, and study carrels for individual study
Visit ccri.edu/library to learn more.
Tutoring Center
Use Starfish to schedule tutoring appointments to clarify course concepts Meet an academic coach to discuss organization and study strategies Study space, whiteboards, and Anatomy learning models available at all Centers Go to www.ccri.edu/tutoring to access online organizational and study strategy videos,
links, and handouts Learn more about our FREE services by visiting www.ccri.edu/tutoring or emailing [email protected]
Writing Center
Visit us for help with prewriting, drafting, and revising writing assignments for
any class
Writing a research paper? Come to us for help with documentation systems (MLA, APA,
and Chicago)
To guarantee your timeslot, make an appointment using Starfish for in-person or virtual
tutoring
Visit www.ccri.edu/writingcenter for helpful online resources.
Academic and Career Pathways
Promote programs and courses in your department through Pathway-specific Digital Learning
Communities (DLC’s) on Blackboard
Partner with faculty Pathway Navigators to create career panels, announcements, and
opportunities for student engagement with your department
Join us at Path Days, New Student Orientations, Open Houses, and other enrollment
events to connect with students interested in your offerings
Library
Speak with a librarian about aligning research-based assignments with library resources
Schedule a library instruction session tailored specifically to your class
Adopt OER textbooks, or place your course textbook on Course Reserves for students
Come see us on any campus to discuss your own research needs
Tutoring & Academic Coaching Center
Schedule an academic coach to visit your class to provide students with an overview
of organizational and study strategies
Submit a Starfish Early Alert referral for students who are experiencing problems
that affect their academic performance
Refer students to in-person and online tutoring and coaching appointments
Recommend a student to be hired as a peer tutor and request a tutor to be an imbedded
class or lab tutor for your course
Writing Center
Schedule a classroom visit by one of the Writing Center staff members
Refer students to the Writing Center for help with brainstorming, organization, revision,
and research citations
Submit a Starfish referral for students to make appointments for help with any writing
assignment