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Tutoring Services

This guide offers information about the tutoring services offered by the Library and Learning Commons.

Overview of Brainfuse Features

 

                      

Online tutoring is available to all FSCJ students through the Brainfuse online tutoring platform. To schedule an online appointment with one of FSCJ's tutors, select the Tutor Match option when you log in.  See the Online Tutoring Time Limitations" section below for an explanation of time limits for all Brainfuse services. In addition to one-on-one tutoring through Brainfuse, students have unlimited access to a variety of academic self-study tools. Use the link below for direct access to Brainfuse. 

Brainfuse Online Tutoring Access Link

In addition to the link on this page, there are access points for Brainfuse on the Useful links tile in myFSCJ and the course menu in Canvas courses.

Please scroll down to the boxes that appear at the bottom of this page for an overview of the system features in Brainfuse and details about the subjects that are covered by FSCJ's and Brainfuse's professional tutors. 

 

Brainfuse System Features

The table below outlines the system features that are available in the Brainfuse online tutoring platform. 

 

System Feature                                                                   Feature Description
Tutor Match                                     Select this option to book an online appointment with one of FSCJ's tutors. 
Live Help Select this option to receive instant help in a wide range of topics. Select the general Topic area and the more specific Subject area in in which you would like to receive assistance.  After selecting your Topic and  Subject, you may click on the Tutoring Calendar link that is in this area to see when tutors are available to provide assistance in the chosen subject.                                                                                                                          
Send a Question If you have a question and do not want live help, you can submit a question for a tutor's response. The tutor's response to your question can be found in the My Message Center menu in the account area on the home page.  To access the account area, hover over the area where your name appears in the upper-right corner of the home screen. 
Writing Lab Upload a paper for review by one of Brainfuse's tutors. Paper review typically has a 24-hour turnaround time. If you would like to have a same-day writing appointment, choose the Tutor Match feature and book an appointment with one of FSCJ's writing tutors. 
Language Lab Select this option for live tutoring support in languages or to use the Vocabulary Builder for independent practice.
SkillSurfer Live skills building and a library of lessons, videos, test prep materials and more.
LEAP Learning Platform Diagnostic test center with customized study plans, lessons, and live tutoring.
FlashBulb Create and share flashcards, tests, and games.
eParachute Discover the college majors and careers that match your skills and interests.
MEET Schedule sessions with friends in our private virtual study room.
Brainwave Create and share movie-like notes and ideas.

 

Tutor Match Subject Coverage

Tutor Match is the online tutoring service that is provided by FSCJ's tutors. Please see the table below for an outline of the subjects covered by FSCJ's staff in Tutor Match. 

Topic Subjects
Business
  • Accounting
English
  • EAP
  • EER
  • ESOL
  • Writing (All types)
Mathematics
  • Algebra-All Levels
  • Basic Math
  • Calculus
  • Differential Equations
  • Dosage Calculations
  • Geometry
  • MGF courses
  • Precalculus
  • Statistics
  • Trigonometry
Science
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Aviation
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Science
  • Physics
World Languages
  • French
  • Spanish

Live Help and Send a Question Subject Coverage

Live Help and Send a Question are tutoring options provided by Brainfuse's professional tutors.  The table below outlines the subject options available through Live Help and Send a Question. 

Topic Area Subjects Offered
Business
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Finance
Computers and Technology
  • Access
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Excel
  • HTML5/CSS
  • mySQL
  • PL/SQL
  • PowerPoint
  • Word
Health Sciences
  • Dental Assisting
  • Dental Hygiene
Mathematics
  • Basic Math
  • Calculus
  • College Algebra
  • Differential Equations
  • Geometry
  • Pre-Algebra
  • Precalculus
  • Statistics
  • Trigonometry
Nursing and Allied Health
  • Adult Gerontological Nursing
  • Allied Health Essay Review
  • Care Plans
  • Emergency Care
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Medical Assisting
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical-Surgery
  • Nursing Administration
  • Oncology
  • Pharmacology
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
  • Women's Health
Science
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Space Science
  • Microbiology
  • Physics
Social Sciences
  • Government
  • History
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

 

Writing Lab Coverage

The Writing Lab is a writing review service offered by Brainfuse's professional tutors.  If you submit a paper to the Writing Lab for review, you can expect a 24-hour turnaround time before the tutor provides feedback on your work. Tutors in the Writing Lab can provide feedback on academic writing in all discipline areas as well as the following types of writing:

  • Business Writing
  • Proposals
  • Short Story
  • Poetry
  • Spanish Paper Review
  • Admissions Essay
  • Resume/Cover Letter

 

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