1. Welcome to the Communications Center

2. Operating Hours Fall 2013 Operating Hours:
Mondays – Thursdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fridays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Telephone: (407)
We offer:
Writing Assistance
Grammar Reviews
Speech Video Lab
Developmental Reading
P.E.R.T. Review
EAP Language Lab
Essays & Research Papers
Skillshops

3. The Communications Center
is an academic environment where students focus on their learning.
Please turn cell phones off or on “silent mode”
No food and only capped drinks allowed
Please no visitors or children.
SILENT PLEASE!

4. Communications Center Staff
Instructors
Provide in-depth help.
Offer extensive teaching experience.
Student Assistants
Help with many routine questions.
Have EAP/Developmental class experience.

5. The Main Lab
Currently enrolled EAP or Developmental Reading or English Valencia College students
Students must be logged-in with their own VID number
Over 100 computers with interactive
programs & tutorials
Remember: You MUST have your VID card in order to log into a computer! (A VID may be obtained in 3-147)

6. Printer Usage 10 cents per page, black and white
Color printing available at the library
Print cards are available in the Library (bldg. 6) and the Math Lab (7-240).
Use your computer station number to print your work.
If you have a technical problem or need assistance, please ask for help at the front desk.

7. FYI Save all work to a USB/Flash Drive
All files saved to lab computers will be deleted when the system is restarted.

8. The Main Lab – Materials Desk
Workbooks, practice exams, & quizzes available at the Materials Desk.
Checked out to your library Borrower ID number
Must be returned before leaving
Library fines charged for lost/late items
REMINDER: You MUST have your VID card
in order to check out lab materials.(A VID may be obtained in 3-147)

9. EAP/Foreign Languages Lab
Reserved for EAP Speech and Foreign Language students (EAP0281, 0300, 0400, 1500).
Specialized equipment and headsets for listening to and recording speech, including Azar, Ellis, Aplia, and access to Mango Languages.
Instructors and staff in lab ready to assist you!

10. Speech/Video Room
Computer, television, and camera available to record or practice speeches.
You may book room for speech and/or to work together as a group.
Instructors and staff in lab ready to assist you!

11. Fall 2013 Main Writing Center Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8a.m. – 8p.m.
Friday: 9a.m. – 1p.m.
Saturday: 9a.m. – 2p.m.

12. Help is available to all Valencia students
from all courses and disciplines college-wide.
Appointments are required.
1/day, 3/week
30 minutes long (60 minutes for research papers)
“no-show” appointments may be given to waiting students after five minutes
Students with repeated no-shows will lose the use of the Writing Center.

13. Come prepared!
Bring a clean, printed copy of your work.
Bring a copy of the assignment, if possible.
Instructors will:
Identify and review problem areas.
Offer one-on-one lessons on weak skills.
Send a summary to classroom instructor.
Instructors will NOT:
Proofread or grade papers.

14. We are here to help you!
We are available to answer questions on software, labs, and class assignments.
Computers and programs available 6 days a week.
Instructors and staff members with the knowledge to work with you on achieving higher grades.
The Writing Center for in-depth and personal guidance with essays, speeches, or homework.
Reference books, literature, and interactive labs to assist you in maximizing your learning potential!