How to Attend Online Sessions

Video of how to attend an online appointment.

Preparing for Your Online Session

To make the most of your tutoring appointment(s), please:

  • Log into your Zoom appointment at least five minutes in advance.

  • Make sure you are in a space that is free of distraction.

  • Have everything you need to learn, including your book, notes, calculator.

  • Bring a list of questions you have about your assignments, or things you need to work on. You can leave a note for your tutor explaining what you would like to work on when making an appointment on TutorTrac.

  • Prepare to be distraction-free for the duration of your appointment, silencing or turning off your cell phone or online chat programs.

Male student preparing for his online tutoring session in front of his laptop with his earbuds in.

Entering Your Online Session

  • Within 15 minutes of the start of your appointment, log into tutortrac.apu.edu

  • Scroll to the very bottom of the homepage screen until you see your "Upcoming Appointments".

    • If you do not see any upcoming appointments, you have not successfully schedule an appointment. Schedule an Appointment

  • Click on the "Enter Zoom Appointment" icon that is under your appointment information. This link will only show up 15 minute before your appointment.

  • This link will open a new window (make sure you do not have a popup blocker on).

  • Enable your camera and microphone to begin your session.

  • If you have any questions about tutoring, please contact us at tutoring@apu.edu (or Google Hangout Chat message us for live support).

During Your Session

  • Let your tutor know what your goal is for the session by determining what concepts you would like to cover. Also consider what material you would like to review and practice.

  • Ask for tips on how to study for the class and actively take part in the session. Once you have worked through material with the tutor, do a practice problem on your own and explain your understanding to the tutor.

  • Your tutor can help clarify parts of the lecture or text, assist in solving problems, and work with you to find the answers. Your tutor cannot help with take-home exams.

Female student in an online session on her laptop with earbuds in.

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