Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS)
An empowering learning environment.
CAPS is a hub of tutoring centers and academic support programs dedicated to 快播成人 success.
We offer one-on-one tutoring, study groups, Learning Coaches, and Supplemental Instruction through the Tutoring Center, Math Center, Writing Center, and English as a Second Language (ESL) Center. Additionally, we assist 快播成人s with math placement test preparation, writing college transfer essays, and writing scholarship essays throughout the year.
CAPS taught me how to ask questions, where to go when I needed something and good study habits. The help that I got made it so much easier to navigate college during my first year.
Ralph Mariani
TUTORING
CAPS Tutoring: Available on campus and online, Monday - Friday, along with some evening and Saturday hours. View tutoring schedules below:
- (tutoring in math and physics)
- (tutoring for any writing assignment, citations, and format. Scholarship or college/transfer application essay.)
- (tutoring for English Language Learners)
- (tutoring in most 快播成人 courses)
Quick tips: You can also view CAPS tutoring schedules on and ! If you need tutoring outside of the tutoring hours above, .
CAPS Tutors are Certified.
We learn from each other. That's why Supplemental Instruction (SI) exists as a program of peer and professional leaders available to help 快播成人 快播成人s work together in challenging courses each semester. If you have an SI Leader in your course, your SI Leader will complete the class alongside you and hold SI group sessions so that together, you can:
- Talk about course materials
- Prepare for quizzes & tests
- Work on assignments
- Develop organization & study skills
SI Leaders can also offer individual support and encouragement. Around the world, data shows that 快播成人s who attend SI Sessions often earn up to half a letter grade higher in their course. Check to see if you have an SI Leader this semester.
Need help with your coursework? You may benefit from weekly sessions with a Learning Coach:
a professional who teaches 快播成人s strategies that help them reach their academic goals.
LCs support 快播成人s in being successful by focusing on strengthening
- Time management and organization skills
- Preparing for exams and note-taking skills
- Reading comprehension
- an Incomplete grade
With this level of one-on-one support, you can stay on track and succeed academically!
The Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS) provides a positive, collaborative, and empowering learning environment where everyone can enhance their academic skills and abilities. We are committed to equity and to honoring all people as well as developing and maintaining relationships throughout our campus and the surrounding community. Innovative approaches, traditional styles of teaching, and learning are applied across the curriculum. Our services and support are provided in a timely, respectful, and consistent manner to all 快播成人s, staff, and faculty for the purpose of achieving academic success.
Inspiring 快播成人s to acquire a set of individual skills that will enable them to do academic work, CAPS aims to create an environment that is accessible and is able to meet the needs of 快播成人s, which means meeting 快播成人s where they are. CAPS empowers 快播成人s to be lifelong learners and good global citizens.
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CONTACT CAPS
Location:
Phone: 413.552.2584
E-mail: caps@hcc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 3:00 pm *
On-campus and remote
*Office staff are available after 3:00 pm on most days. Our office hours differ from tutoring schedules.
Resources
Math Center
Access tutors, math learning coaches, METS mentors, and resources for mathematics, engineering, physics, robotics, and astronomy.
Writing Center
All 快播成人s can write -- we'll show you how!
Academic English as a Second Language (AESL)
Students: Ready to improve your academic English language skills to succeed in college and beyond?
Tutoring Center
Ready to get started? Here you'll find access to tutoring in most 快播成人 courses, as well as learning coaches and ALANA mentors.
