ABEGAIL DOUGLAS-JOHNSON (ADJ) ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES
Academic Support Services Webpage
Locations:
STEM and Business Tutoring Center (Journal Square Campus)
71 Sip Ave., Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 | Lower-Level | 201-360-4187 | academicsupport@hccc.edu
Writing Center (Journal Square Campus)
2 Enos Pl., Room J-204, Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 | 201-360-4370 | academicsupport@hccc.edu
Academic Support Center (North Hudson Campus)
4800 Kennedy Blvd., Room N-704, Union City, New Jersey 07087 | 201-360-4779 | academicsupport@hccc.edu
The Abegail Douglas-Johnson (ADJ) Academic Support Services Department comprises three centers: The STEM and Business Tutoring Center, the Writing Center, and the Academic Support Center. It provides free in-person and online academic support in across a broad range of subject areas to help students bridge gaps in comprehension and develop mastery of subject content, while becoming autonomous and efficient learners. Tutors and students work collaboratively in one-on-one, small group, and workshop settings to reinforce course material, develop confidence, and foster independence. Students can schedule appointments using Navigate360.
Additional Services:
Brainfuse is our online tutoring service partner. They provide live online tutoring outside of our regular business hours and 24/7 Writing Lab services.
Brainfuse offers the following features:
· Live Help: Connect with a live tutor on demand.
· Writing Lab: Send an essay or career document for review.
· Submit a Question: Ask a question to be answered offline usually within 24 hours.
· Review Past Sessions: Review previous online tutoring sessions.
· Academic Tools: an extensive collection of self-guided tools, including:
· Skill Surfer: a comprehensive library of lessons and practice tests in a variety of core subjects.
· Diagnostic tests for targeted academic support
· Flashbulb: a versatile flashcard tool with a library of content and creative features to refresh study habits.
· Foreign language lab with on-demand tutoring support and a robust vocabulary builder for students
Academic Coaching/In-Class Tutoring Program
Academic Coaches are assigned to specific classes, and they work with the students inside and outside of the classrooms. They attend each class session and work with the instructor to provide students with the support necessary to succeed in the course. Academic Coaches are also available during specially designated drop-in hours in the Tutorial Centers to assist the students who are enrolled in these courses
ESL Resource Centers
Under the ADJ Academic Support Services Department, the ESL Resource Centers (J204 in JSQ and N704 at the NHC) provide a variety of resources that enhance the language learning experience, reinforce content knowledge and retention, and contribute to the mastery of core competencies. Students also have opportunities to participate in experiential learning activities that foster engagement within and around the college community, engendering cultural, social, and linguistic competencies.
Academic Workshops
The ADJ Academic Support Services Department offers several academic workshops to support and supplement student learning, such as:
· Math and Science Workshops
· Poster Design Workshops
· Writing Workshops
· Test Prep Workshops
· ESL Conversation/Pronunciation & Grammar Workshops