Amazing things are accomplished in teams. That’s why, at Algoma University, any student can take advantage of our free tutoring program and receive up to 30 hours of tutoring per semester. Students are paired with someone who has already completed and excelled in the course, and will help guide them to academic success.

Tutors can assist you in understanding and mastering the material of a particular course. Be sure to bring your textbooks, class notes, class assignments, and a list of questions you have about the course. It is also important to see your tutor before and after you have completed or attempted to complete an assignment, so you and your tutor can go over the challenges you faced, which will help you overcome your learning difficulties on your own in the future.

To request a Peer Tutor please use the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Y3FBU_KcPdoVzXhgDEDqz6G6dw1kSSpMRs0KpINiPU8/edit?usp=drive_web

Throughout the academic year, Algoma University offers a variety of workshops geared to helping students reach their academic potential and achieve success.

Stay informed with educational workshops offered throughout the year. Our sessions are designed to give you the tools and knowledge you need, right when you need it!

• Workshops include:
• Mid-Term Exam Prep
• Final Exam Policies
• Mastering Your University Finances
• Effective Communication for Student Career Prep
• Preparing for Post-Graduate Studies

The Learning Strategist/Assistive Technologist workshops are online:

• Note Taking Online
• Organization and time management
• Studying Well
• Reading University
• Becoming a Successful Student

We understand that not every student can attend the Student Success Workshops, that’s why all of the workshops are recorded and placed online, giving students the opportunity to still benefit from the series.

Motivational Monday emails also focus on effective learning strategies, tips for success, and important information for students, such as academic supports.

Algoma U’s Learning Strategists and Assistive Technologists are available to help all students, one-on-one, with the development and implementation of effective learning strategies. Learning strategies are school skills that apply across all classes, including organization, time management, note-taking, reading, studying, test taking, and assignment break-down, which help students achieve academic success.

Assistive technology training and support, including the scanning of textbooks to electronic format is also available to students with documented disabilities. Please email [email protected] to connect with a Learning Strategist.

For general information on select learning strategies, please examine the pamphlets listed below.

• Organization skills (PDF)
• Note-taking (PDF)
• Textbook reading skills (PDF)
• Study skills (PDF)
• Test-taking (PDF)

Student Success Advisors are available to assist you throughout the year. You can view who your Student Success Advisor is on your student portal, or stop by Student Services (NW307 on the Sault Ste. Marie campus, or 28 Main on the Brampton campus) from Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm.