Module 6: Support Services
Introduction
Welcome to Module 6! This module will introduce you to the various student support services that are available to online students. While this list is not all-inclusive, we chose to highlight commonly used services.
Module Goals
Upon the completion of this module, you will:
- Identify available student services.
To Do List
- Listen: Online Learning Today Episode #3 (LO1)
- Read: Support Services (LO1)
- Activity: Support Services Quizlet (LO1)
Audio
Episode 3: Support Services
Read
Support Services
24/7 COLTT Help Desk
The Center for Online Learning and Teaching Technology (COLTT) supports online learning tools such as Blackboard Learn, Blackboard Collaborate, Respondus Lockdown Browser, Tegrity, etc. Should you need assistance with Blackboard or any of the tools, you can contact the 24/7 COLTT Help Desk.
IT Service Desk
The Information Technology Service Desk is responsible for supporting the university’s technological infrastructure. If you require assistance with logging into myUTRGV or downloading software you can contact the IT Service Desk.
Academic Advising
If you have questions regarding your degree plan or are planning for the upcoming semester you can contact the Academic Advising Center. Online students can complete remote advising via phone appointments and email.
View Academic Advising’s Website.
Writing Center
If you don’t live near a UTRGV campus, the Writing Center provides Writing Consultations via Skype and an online paper review that’ll be completed within 24 to 48 hours. Students wanting to utilize these services can complete a writing consultation form on the Writing Center’s website.
Visit the Writing Center’s website.
Online Tutoring
While many students think of tutoring as an on-campus only service, The Learning Center provides Online Tutoring for a variety of subjects via Blackboard Collaborate. All you have to do is make an appointment via EAB Campus.
Visit The Learning Center’s Website.
Check for Understanding
To check your understanding of these available services, please complete the Quizlet activity below. Once you’ve finished, please email a screenshot of your grade to [email protected] Be sure to select the ‘Term’ option from the drop-down box before starting the activity.