The Learning Support Centre provides various academic support services to students. It introduces the team of 4 advisors and coordinators who can assist with English, math, academic writing, study skills, computing, and more. Support includes one-on-one tutoring, self-study materials, practice exams for IELTS preparation, and PASS which offers peer-led study groups for difficult courses. Students can book individual 45-minute sessions or attend drop-in sessions for quick questions. The Learning Support Centre aims to support students' academic development but will not write assignments for them.

1. Learning
Support
Centre

2. Introducing…
The Learning Support Centre Team
Mareena Ilyas
Jacqui Thornley
Karen Naude
Priscilla Murphy
Learning Advisor
Online Instructional
Designer
PASS Coordinator
Learning Advisor

3. We can assist you with the
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• English
• Mathematics
• PASS (Peer
Assisted Study
Sessions)
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Academic Writing
• Study Skills
• Computing

4. English
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Speaking & Listening
Grammar & Vocabulary
Reading & Writing
Spelling and Pronunciation
IELTS/ELP preparation

5. IELTS/ELP preparation
• We have:
– self-access IELTS materials
– Practice TESTS
– Software programmes
for independent study.
• You can also see an advisor for more support

6. Tertiary Study Skills
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Essay Writing
Referencing & Plagiarism
Exam preparation and techniques
Presentation skills (verbal and poster)
Time management
Note-taking
Learning Styles
Research Strategies

7. ACADEMIC WRITING
We advise on the writing process:
Understanding the question
Planning
Structure
Research and editing
Referencing

8. ACADEMIC WRITING
We do not:
 Proofread or edit your assignment
 Type your assignment
 Grade your assignment
 Write any part of your assignment

9. Maths
• General maths topics
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Numeracy
Fractions
Percentages
Ratios
Rearranging formulae
Geometry
Trigonometry
Algebra
Calculus

10. Computing
• Basic computer skills
• Software support
– Microsoft Word
– Microsoft Excel
– Microsoft PowerPoint
– Microsoft Outlook
• eMIT & Turnitin

11. Individual Assistance
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45 minutes per session
3 sessions per course per semester
Bring your work with you
Book a week in advance whenever possible

12. PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions)
• Study group led by a senior
student
• Weekly sessions
• Available in difficult courses
• All students taking the course
can come to PASS sessions
• Free
• Will be announced in class

13. Drop-In Sessions
• No appointment necessary
• 10 -15minutes
• For quick questions

14. • CDs and DVDs
• Books
• Computer programs to assist your
learning with English
• Road Code

15. ONLINE RESOURCES
• Available on eMIT
• https://emit.manukau.ac.nz/
• Log-on with your ID and enrol in the
Learning Support Centre
• Online booking request

16. To make an appointment
Drop-in:
Level 3, Library Building, S Block South Campus
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968 8000 ext. 8120
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learning.centre@manukau.ac.nz
Hours:
8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday
To make an appointment, you will need to:
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have a time and date in mind
explain what kind of help you need
provide your ID number to confirm the booking
Types of support
Individual (45 mins) and small group bookings (1 hour)

17. ANY
QUESTIONS ?