Faculty/Staff Resources
Faculty can raise a flag in Starfish to refer a student for tutoring services. The CLE will reach out to the student with information and encourage them to use CLE services.
Welcome to the Centers for Learning Excellence at South Texas College. Part of our mission is to collaborate with faculty to promote student success. Here are some ways you can partner with the CLE.
If you have any questions about the information below, please feel free to contact the CLE Coordinator at your campus.
Collaboration Supplemental Instruction Professional Development Resource College Service Hours
Faculty and staff can request one of the collaborations listed below through a simple form. Presentations can be held virtually or in person.
- Student Presentations - This is a service introduction appropriate for a classroom setting or group orientations.
- Faculty/Staff Presentations - This is appropriate for department meetings, division meetings, trainings, new hire orientations, academies, etc. Content can be customized.
- Meeting with CLE Staff - Request classroom support (embedded tutor, SI Leader, academic coach, integrated tutoring), or propose an idea to work with the CLE staff.
Refer a Student
Use our online form to refer a student to receive tutoring or academic coaching or as a potential tutor or Supplemental Instruction Leader. A CLE staff member will follow up with the student. You can also refer a student for tutoring or for CLE employment within Starfish.
Student Presentations
Submit a request for one of our popular student presentations below or contact CLE staff if you wish to request a different type of presentation.
CLE services presentation (5 Minutes)
A brief in-class presentation to inform students of the CLE’s services, locations, and hours of operation.
CLE tour (5 Minutes)
A walk-through of your campus CLE that includes a brief introduction on how to utilize different CLE services.
CLE services presentation & tour (10 Minutes)
A combination of the “CLE services presentation” and the “CLE tour.” CLE services are presented to the class inside the CLE, followed by a walk-through of CLE facilities and a brief introduction on how to utilize services.
Online tutoring services presentation (10 Minutes)
An in-class demonstration for students on how to use the Upswing platform for tutoring services.
Academic Coaching presentation (15 Minutes)
An in-class introduction to CLE Academic Coaching services available to STC students.
Student success workshop (1 Hour)
A workshop focused on a specific learning strategy, such as time management or note-taking skills. Full topic list available in the request form.
Faculty/Staff Presentations
Faculty Introduction to CLE Services
Request presentations for faculty or staff to learn about CLE services, such as tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, and academic coaching. Learn how the CLE can support your classes and programs.
Contact CLE staff if you wish to request a different type of presentation.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) utilizes peer-facilitated collaboration, group study, and interaction to assist students in mastering content in historically difficult courses. Students meet with an SI Leader outside of class to interactively review course material and integrate a variety of study techniques.
SI does not replace attending class, reading textbooks, or completing course assignments. Like tutoring, academic coaching, or instructor office hours, SI sessions are one of many resources for students that promote academic success.
What should I expect from the SI Leader?
SI Leaders will:
- Attend class sessions
- Maintain a professional attitude about matters such as class standards, grades, and student complaints
- Discourage students from attending SI as a substitute for class
- Share SI materials with the cooperating faculty member before use, if possible
- Provide feedback to the cooperating faculty member, if requested to do so
SI Leaders will NOT:
- Re-lecture
- Introduce new material
- Answer emails sent to faculty
- Grade or proctor assignments and/or exams
- Discourage student from going to class
- Teach the class in the instructor's absence
- Hold SI sessions during lecture time
Request SI Support
The collaboration request form has a Meeting with CLE Staff section where faculty can request Supplemental Instruction for their course. Click on the button to be directed to the request form.
Through a partnership with Innovative Educators, the CLE provides STC faculty and staff access to more than 100 professional development training courses and live webinars.
What is Go2Knowledge?
Go2Knowledge is an online training platform that provides on-demand instruction. The platform offers a wide variety of training options from different categories. Topics related to teaching and learning may earn Lifelong Learning Credits.
Training Categories
- Student Success
- Student Populations
- Teaching & Learning
- Technology & Online Learning
- Institutional Effectiveness
- Campus Safety & Security
- Solutions for College Success
Digital Library Features
- Certificate of Completion
- Personalized Dashboard
- Unlimited Access 24/7
- Mobile & Tablet Friendly
Signing on is easy! Access Go2Knowledge using your STC username and password.
Faculty Volunteer Tutoring
Make yourself available to tutor students in one of our centers or online using the Upswing platform. Time spent tutoring students through the CLE counts as college service hours.
We also welcome you to host office hours at the CLE (not countable for service hours).
Contact the CLE Coordinator at your campus for an Upswing orientation or to schedule your CLE office hours.
