Academic Success Student Workshops
Small group workshops are scheduled each month during the semester. For those who cannot make it to one of the scheduled workshops, appointments for a one-on-one workshop with a tutor can be made by submitting a request to sac-tutoring@alamo.edu. Please indicate which workshop you are interested in and at what time you would be available. Our staff will check to see if any of our tutors are free at the requested time.
Topics covered
The S.L.A.C. offers a variety of workshops to help students succeed -- APA & MLA formatting, Study Skills, Note Taking, Test Taking, Time & Stress Management just to name a few. We are always looking to add new workshops to the list. If there is a topic you would like to see covered, please email us at sac-tutoring@alamo.edu and we can look into having our tutors develop a workshop to address the topic.
Workshop Schedule
June 2022 Workshop Schedule
Click on the workshop links to join through Zoom.
Saturday workshops will be conducted Zoom only since the campus is closed during summer.
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11:30a Math Anxiety |
11:30a Calculus Basics 3:30p Note Taking Skills |
11:30a Overcoming Procrastination 7:30p APA Formatting
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4:00p Canvas Basics |
SAC CLOSED |
9:00a Non-traditional Students 12:30p Scholarship Tips |
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11:30a Calculating Your Grades 2:30p Test Taking Skills |
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11:30a Communicating with Your Professor 2:00p Note Taking Skills 7:00p Resume Writing |
12:30p Como estudiar para clases en lina 4:00p Math Anxiety |
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10:00a Study Skills 12:30p MLA Formatting |
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Juneteenth Holiday SAC CLOSED |
11:30a Bouncing Back After Failing an Exam 6:00p Time/Stress Management |
7:30p Test Taking Skills |
12:30p Accounting Review 4:00p Study Skills
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10:00a Test Taking Skills
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11:30a MLA Formatting 2:30p Study Skills 4:00p Test Taking Skills |
11:30a Study Skills 6:00p Non-traditional Students |
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12:30p How to Study for Online Classes 4:00p Time/Stress Management |
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July 2022 Workshop Schedule
Click on the workshop links to join through Zoom.
Saturday workshops will be conducted Zoom only since the campus is closed during summer.
August 2022 Workshop Schedule
Click on the workshop links to join through Zoom.
Saturday workshops will be conducted Zoom only since the campus is closed during summer.
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11:30a Note Taking Skills 4:00p Being Engaged on Campus |
11:30a MLA Formatting 6:00p Time/Stress Management
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7:30p Test Taking Skills |
4:00p Canvas Basics |
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10:00a Test Taking Skills 12:30p Time/Stress Management |
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11:30a Test Taking Skills |
11:30a Study Skills
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2:30p Scholarship Tips |
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10:00a Note Taking Skills 12:30p APA Formatting |
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Workshop Descriptions
Click on a workshop title to view a brief description of the workshop.
Accounting Review
One of our accounting tutors will review accounting concepts
APA Formatting
Learn the basics for citing sources and formatting research projects in accordance with APA guidelines.
Being Engaged on Campus
Learn about the different clubs, sports, and organizations at SAC and how participation can help you as a student
Bouncing Back After Failing an Exam
Learn steps you can take to boost your grade after failing an exam. Identify why you failed the exam and how to prepare better for the next exam.
Calculating Your Grades
Learn how to calculate your current course grades; calculating your GPA; and calculating test grade needed to earn a particular letter grade.
Calculator Basics
Learn how to use the different functions of a scientific calculator
Canvas Basics
Learn how to use Canvas – navigating the Canvas course; submitting assignments; posting to discussion boards
Course Registration
Learn how to search for courses; add and drop classes; print your class schedule
How to Study for Online Classes / Como estudiar para clases en lina
In this workshop you will learn skills and tips that will be beneficial to you while taking online classes. This presentation will help you feel confident and ready to conquer your online studies. The presentation is also conducted in Spanish.
Learning Styles
Learn about the different learning styles; how to identify your learning style preferences; how to use your learning styles to study
Math Anxiety
Learn what math anxiety is and how to identify it in yourself. Learn strategies for overcoming math anxiety and become a better math student
Microsoft Excel Basics
Learn some of the basics of using Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word Basics
Learn some of the basics of using Microsoft Word
MLA Citations
Learn the basics for citing sources and formatting research projects in accordance with MLA guidelines.
Non-Traditional Students
Learn about the services available at San Antonio College for non-traditional students.
Note Taking Skills
Learn different techniques and approaches that can be used to taking neat and organized notes in class
Resume Writing
Learn techniques for creating a resume that presents you in a professional manner and highlights your skills.
Sleep Better
Learn about sleep in relation to the college experience, the causes and consequences of sleepiness, and short-term/long-term changes that can be made to improve one’s quality of sleep.
Study Skills
Learn various study styles and learning strategies to help you study smarter and succeed in your classes. Learn about setting up a proper learning environment when studying and choosing the best time to study.
Test Taking
Learn specific methods how to prepare for tests more efficiently; Receive strategies for test preparation, as well as test-taking tips to implement during and after the assessment.
Ti-84 Graphing Calculator
Learn how to use the different functions of a graphing calculator.
Time/Stress Management
Learn techniques to be pro-active in planning your time effectively to avoid feeling stressed. Accurately estimating the necessary weekly hours for studying.
Last Updated: June 15, 2022