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Parents and families are important partners in the education of our students. At Learning Services, we recognize and value your role in supporting your student's academic success, and in providing information, referral, and encouragement to take advantage of the services available at Guelph.

Learning Services works with students at all levels, including:

First-year students adjusting to the demands of learning at university, including the specialized needs of high-achieving or gifted students
Strong students who need to maintain their academic performance for scholarships, co-op, or admission to professional school
Graduate and professional students who want to enhance their skills
All students who want to get more from the university learning experience

We offer a comprehensive range of programs and services on topics such as:

Developing effective ways of studying in different courses
Managing time and controlling procrastination
Preparing for and writing exams, including multiple choice, essay, and lab exams
Giving academic presentations

First-Year Students

A Guide for University Learning

To learn more about university-level academics at Guelph, visit our online "mini-course," designed to show first-year students what it's like to take lecture notes, process academic text, create integrated study notes, and take a multiple choice test in a university learning environment.

First

This website includes the full range of academic resources, services, and technologies available in the Library to help make the transition to university learning smooth and successful for your son or daughter in first year.

Assistance and Support for Students

Individual Assistance

The most effective form of support for students, particularly those who may be struggling academically, is individual assistance. Our professional staff and Learning Peer Helpers provide free, confidential help by appointment. Working with students one-on-one allows us to assess all the factors that may be influencing a student's academic performance, and to tailor information and advice to meet his or her specific needs.

Please note that we do not provide "tutoring" — our services focus on effective strategies and study approaches for dealing with different types of courses, rather than addressing specific content or assignments. If your son or daughter is thinking about hiring a tutor, please direct him or her to the Tutoring at Guelph website.

Workshops

For students who prefer a group format, we offer a range of free workshops on topics such as managing time and controlling procrastination, preparing for midterms, and writing multiple-choice exams.

Web Resources

Learning Services has an array of free print- and web-based resources, ranging from quick tips on learning topics to in-depth resources on time management and university learning.

More Information

For information about other academic support services, including writing support, research help, and the Supported Learning Groups program, please visit the Learning Commons website. For more information for the parents and families of entering students, see the Centre for New Students' website for Parents & Families.

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