Follow the instructions on the pages below for each of our services:
- Math Services – math and physics courses
- Writing Services – English courses and any course with a writing component
- General Tutoring Services – supports varies by semester, check the page for the full list of courses
Tutoring is available for a wide variety of subjects. Mathematics and writing tutoring are available every semester, while other subjects vary by semester. Click on these links for more information:
- Math Services (math or physics)
- Writing Services (writing or any course with a writing component)
- General Tutoring Services (click link for a full list of courses)
Always make sure you are doing the following for each tutoring session:
- You have all relevant materials nearby (notes, textbook, calculator, pencil, etc.)
- You have specific topics/questions/concepts that you want to discuss with the tutor
- You are in a quiet environment that is conducive to learning
- You have located the invite to your tutoring session and are ready to join on time
Tutoring is available to all Ocean County College or Kean Ocean students who are currently enrolled in courses, as well as other students in partnerships with OCC.
The 1-on-1 tutoring sessions are scheduled for 45 minutes.
There are drop-in/group sessions for the following courses for Fall 2021:
- MATH-023,156,161,165
- CHEM-180
- BIOL-130
- ASLN-100
- CSIT-110,123
For the schedule and links to access the group sessions, join the appropriate Canvas course.
- MATH: Join the Math Services Canvas course!
- CHEM,BIOL,ASLN,CSIT: Join the General Tutoring Services Canvas course
Your tutor will send an invitation to a Webex conference, typically on the day of your session. The invitation will be sent to your student email. You can access your student email through Ocean Connect.
If your session start time is within one hour and you still have not received an invitation to your session, please reach out to the appropriate service area. Make sure that you are checking your OCC student email. You can access this through the Ocean Connect menu.
Math Services: mathservices@ocean.edu
Writing Services: writingservices@ocean.edu
General Tutoring Services: generaltutoringservices@ocean.edu
Yes! Both Math and Writing Services offer asynchronous support. Fill out the appropriate submission form and a dedicated tutor will reach out with a written and/or video response.
Students are encouraged to join our Canvas courses. Our tutors are constantly adding new resources. You will also find detailed instructions for appointment scheduling, videos, group tutoring session information, announcements about workshops, and more!
Join the Math Services Canvas course!
Join the Writing Services Canvas course!
Join the General Tutoring Services Canvas course!
NOTE: The General Tutoring Services Canvas course contains resources for the following courses: ASLN-100, BIOL-130/131, CHEM-180/181, CSIT-165/166.
Tutoring is by appointment only for the Fall 2021 semester. The hours will vary depending on tutor availability. To see what appointments are available, begin making an appointment and the schedule will appear. Instructions for making an appointment can be found below:
- Math Services
- Writing Services
- General Tutoring Services (the list of courses supported by General Tutoring Services can also be found at this link)
Students are now able to schedule a maximum of two sessions per course per day, as long as the sessions are not back to back. For example, you can have a tutoring session for your algebra class at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM on the same day.
You will be working with well-trained professionals, paraprofessionals, and peer tutors.
Please reach out to csampson@ocean.edu for inquiries about tutoring in subjects not currently offered.
No, you don’t! Tutoring is free for all currently enrolled OCC and Kean students.