Welcome to the Instructional Center Website.
The IC is a comprehensive academic support center.
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What
is a Comprehensive Learning Center?
The
Committee on Learning Skills Centers says that "it is
a special place where students come for special instruction
not usually included in 'regular' classrooms." This
means that the Instructional Center (IC) is a place where
students can take their time to learn and where students
are not afraid to ask questions. It is a place where students
study together and develop support groups and lasting friendships.
The IC is truly a special place at the University of Washington.
The Instructional Center is recognized as
a model for learning centers at other universities.
In 2010 the IC conducted a survey
and this is how our students rated us:
Excellent
70.7% |
Very Good
20.7% |
Good
5.7% |
Satisfactory
1.7% |
Unsatisfactory
1.2% |
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We learn by Teaching.
Established in 1970, you
will not find a place like the Instructional Center anywhere
else on campus. In fact, it is the first comprehensive learning
center at the University of Washington.
Studies
show that students who attend learning centers achieve better
grades and are more successful during their college careers.
The Instructional Center provides academic support for OMAD
students. By using the Instructional Center regularly
you will:
- Reduce
study time by learning to study more effectively
- Become
better prepared for exams by learning concepts and mastering
course material
- Develop
a more personalized approach to learning
- Develop
confidence in your academic abilities
- Have
the opportunity to study cooperatively in small groups
The
IC is staffed by more than a several professional instructors
and a multitude of tutors. You will find that they are enthusiastic
and energetic people who like to teach and are interested
in the welfare of the the students. There are instructors
and tutors available for almost every academic discipline
or major with an emphasis in Math, Science, Engineering and Technology.
In
addition to extra instruction for your courses, the IC
also offers:
- A
complete computer lab with up-to-date hardware and software,
as well as access to the Internet
- Preparation Workshops for the DAT, GRE, LSAT,
MCAT, OAT and PCAT
- Study
Skills Sessions and Assessments
- Courses
in Critical
Reading for Speed and Comprehension
- Assessments
for Academic Achievement, Reading, Writing, Math, Learning
Styles, and Affective Behaviors.
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