Welcome to tutoring at Pasadena City College! Tutoring is a critical part of college success, and PCC offers tutoring in many subject areas. We are here to help you, and we are ready to support you and your success in your college classes. See below to identify which tutoring center will best serve you. Let’s do this!
Pasadena City College’s Academic Success Centers are here to support your academic success, even and especially through this challenging time—we encourage you to take advantage of remote tutoring!
Use Proper NetiquetteRemember to use proper netiquette when using any online service. "Netiquette" stands for network etiquette and refers to a set of guidelines for online communication.
Communicating with others
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Behind every screen is a person. When addressing others’ comments be sure to be respectful.
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Ask classmates for clarification if you find a post confusing or offensive.
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An online/remote tutoring session is still a tutoring session. Anything that would be considered inappropriate in a success center is still inappropriate in a remote setting.
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If you are having technical difficulties, please let the tutor know. They will try to help you as best as they can, but please keep in mind that you might not be able to find a solution. Patience is key.
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Enter the tutoring sessions with any questions already prepared.
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In general, adhere to the same standards of behavior that you would adhere to during face-to-face interaction.
Language
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Avoid using caps when typing in the chat. (IT SOUNDS LIKE YOU’RE SCREAMING.)
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Sarcasm, humor, and jokes don’t always translate in an online setting. If you’re concerned that a joke might be going too far, it’s best to not post it.
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Avoid sweeping generalizations: make sure to back-up your statements with sources.
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Review others' responses to have an understanding of key points others have already made. Be sure to add some new insight or a new topic.
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Check for writing errors before submitting a comment or post.
Computer Learning Center
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 5 pm
Email questions to lac@pasadena.edu
The Computer Learning Center provides instant access to academic support in CS, BIT and CIS (Microsoft applications.) Click the Get Tutoring button to be directed to the Learning Assistance Center Virtual Front desk, and our friendly staff will place you in direct contact with a tutor.
Math Success Center
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 5 pm
Email questions to msc@pasadena.edu
Access tutoring via our MSC Canvas Home page. Click the Get Tutoring button to be directed to the MSC Canvas Homepage.
Writing Support Center
Tutoring Hours
M-Th, 9 am - 7 pm
F, 9 am - 2 pm
Email questions to writingsupportcenter@pasadena.edu
The WSC offers tutoring for all of your writing projects/assignments, including in subjects outside of English! Click on Get Tutoring to enter a Zoom space where a friendly WSC staff will greet you and direct you to an available writing tutor.
Business and Applied Technology
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 5 pm
Email questions to lac@pasadena.edu
Business and Applied Technology provides instant access to academic support for BUS 14A and BUS 14B. Click the Get Tutoring button to be directed to the Learning Assistance Center Virtual Front desk, and our friendly staff will place you in direct contact with a tutor.
Languages and Linguistics
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 5 pm
Email questions to lac@pasadena.edu
Languages and Linguistics provide instant access to academic support for Chinese,
French, German, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and Linguistics. Click the Get Tutoring button to be directed to the Learning Assistance Center Virtual Front desk, and our
friendly staff will place you in direct contact with a tutor.
Natural Science Center
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 6 pm
Email questions to naturalsciencecenter@pasadena.edu
The Natural Sciences Division offers tutoring in Anatomy, Biology, BioTech, Chemistry,
Geography, Geology, Microbiology, Physiology and Physics with support in over forty
different courses. Click on the Get Tutoring link below to access the PCC Connect
platform to schedule a tutoring session in real time with one of our helpful, friendly
tutors!
Social Science Learning Center
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 6 pm
Email questions to socialsciencecenter@pasadena.edu
The Social Sciences Learning Center provides instant access to academic support for
ANTH, ECON, HIST, HUM, PHIL, POLS, PSYC, SOC, and STAT 18. Click the Get Tutoring button to be directed to the Learning Assistance Center Virtual Front desk, and our
friendly staff will place you in direct contact with a tutor.
The Speech Center
Tutoring Hours
M, 12 pm - 5 pm | T, 10 am - 3 pm & 4 pm - 5 pm | W, 12 pm - 10 pm
TH, 10 am - 3 pm & 4 pm - 10 pm | F, 10 am - 10 pm
Sa, 7 pm - 10 pm | Su, 6 pm - 10 pm
Email questions to speechcenter@pasadena.edu
The Speech Center is open to all PCC students who need help with putting together a speech or presentation for any class. Click the Get Tutoring button to enter the appointment portal to schedule a day and time to meet with one of our helpful tutors who are ready to assist you!
CTE Tutoring
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 5 pm
Email questions to lac@pasadena.edu
CTE provides instant access to academic support for Accounting, Fashion, Hospitality, and TVR. Click the Get Tutoring button to be directed to the Learning Assistance Center Virtual Front desk, and our friendly staff will place you in direct contact with a tutor.
Music Lab
Tutoring Hours
M-F, 9 am - 5 pm
The Music Lab offers tutoring in Music Theory, Ear Training, Music History, Piano,
and Music Production. Click the Get Tutoring button to view our tutoring schedule and select the current tutor’s name to be directed
to their Zoom room.