Nettutor for Students

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What is NetTutor?

NetTutor is a free, online tutoring service that provides one-on-one virtual tutoring sessions with a professional tutor; as well as a Question Center, which allows students to privately post a question and receive a personalized answer within 24-hours in a variety of subjects. NetTutor does not require you to schedule an appointment, you can just "drop in" online for a live, one-on-one tutoring session. Tutoring for many subjects is available 24/7. Tutoring in Spanish is available for some subjects.

Read CarefullyPlease be aware that there is a ten (10) hour limit per course for tutoring using NetTutor. Remember that your instructor is still the best resource in the class for questions and help.

 

If you exceed your 10 hour limit, you can submit a request for additional tutoring hours by contacting the SAC Distance Education office. Be sure to provide your school ID and section number of the course with your request. While every attempt is made to accommodate requests for additional hours, be aware that not all requests may be approved, and that other tutoring resources may need to be utilized instead.

How to Use NetTutor

 

Prepare for Your Session

  • Have your questions, textbook, course material, and work readily available. 
  • Have all files that may be needed in your session ready to be uploaded. 
  • Ensure you have a microphone or a headset with a microphone to be used with your computer. This will allow you to communicate with your tutor. A webcam is optional, but recommended. Confirm that both devices are working on the computer prior to starting your online tutoring session. 

Access NetTutor

  • Click on the NetTutor link on the course navigation menu. If you don't see it listed on the course navigation menu, please contact your instructor.
  • On the NetTutor home page, select the subject you want to receive tutoring for. (Even if your course subject is not listed, you can always get assistance with any writing assignment by clicking the NetTutor Composition Tutor link). 
  • First time users will need to validate the NetTutor User Agreement.