University Writing Center & MaRCS

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Dyscalculia Math learning disability or difficulty involving a difficulty

in learning or comprehending mathematics.

Similar to dyslexia and can include confusion about math symbols.

Dyscalculia can also occur as the result of some types of brain injury.

Dyscalculia occurs in people across the whole IQ range.

Effects 5% of the population

dyscalculia.org

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Math Resource Center for Students & University Writing Center

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Math Resource Center for Students (MaRCS)

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MaRCS

MaRCS provides free tutoring for all undergraduate math courses.

Tutors are undergraduate and graduate students who have mastered the contents areas they help students with.

Walk in basis. No appointment is necessary.

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What you need to do. Show up check in sign up learn!

What you need to bring. Textbook and paperwork associated with the class

Your questions!

Things to keep in mind. The tutors are there to help you understand and

answer your questions, not to do your homework.

Tutors are not permitted to work on your homework or take-home exams.

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Location and Hours of Operation UTEP Library Room 218

Spring 2011 Hours of operation:Monday - 9:00am to 6:00pm

Tuesday - 9:00am to 6:00 pm

Wednesday - 9:00am to 7:00 pm

Thursday - 9:00am to 6:00pm

Friday - 9:00am to 2:00pm

Saturday - 11:00am to 2:00pm

Sunday - 6pm to 9pm (915) 747-5366

marcs.utep.edu

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University Writing Center

Services

Analyze your audience

Understand different types of writing, such as response papers, research reports, summaries, and arguments

Decide on the appropriate format for your writing

Brainstorm ideas and organize your thoughts

Find the right words to express yourself

Decide on the best way to revise your drafts

Learn how to correct grammatical errors

Document your sources

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University Writing Center

Availability       

Monday 9-5

Tuesday 9-7

Wednesday 9-7

Thursday 9-5

Friday 9-2

Saturday CLOSED

Sunday 1-5

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University Writing Center

Online Tutoring

Become a Tutor

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Questions?