In a related area, we provide note-takers and interpreters for disabled students. We also assist them with their scheduling and personal needs. Perhaps one of the most valuable services we render is simply making computers available as working tools. We have four popular word processing software programs that vary in complexity so that even beginning students can acclimate to their use. For business students, computer language, keyboarding, and spreadsheet programs are favorites.
Many students come to the lab to access Internet research or to tap CD ROM databases.
These areas are fast growing in terms of interest. The final ingredient for our integrated learning system is the faculty-LAC connection. All of the students that come to our Learning Center must have a referral from a faculty instructor. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that we maintain a sound relationship and an understanding for a wide range of personalities. Our success hinges as much on their confidence in what we re doing as on our ability to supplement what they are doing.