Centring on Your Learning An introduction to York College Learning Centre.

Centring on Your Learning

An introduction to York College Learning Centre

Why visit the Learning Centre?

• Activate your ID card to use the printers• See the wide range of resources available• Get to know the subject specialists linked to

your area of study

Where is the Learning Centre?

• In the Central Core next to the atrium• On 3 floors

Across the Bridge

When can I go?

• Free time between lessons• Class time with tutor’s permission• Evenings• Holidays

Any time

How do I use the Learning Centre?

• Observe the code of conduct:– Respect other students and staff– No eating. No drinking near the computers– Bottled water only at study tables– Keep mobile phones on silent mode– Use earphones to listen to music– Use computers for coursework only– Use the Centre quietly, for work only

With Respect

How do I use the Learning Centre?

• Attend an Induction to learn more• Pick up or print a leaflet• Watch a video tutorial• Ask the staff for help• Use the maps and guiding signs• Search the OPAC library catalogue for

resources

What’s in the Learning Centre?

• Lots of different types of resources:– Individual and group study spaces– Books including access to e-books– Journals or magazines– DVDs– Computers– Multi Function Printers

Next Steps?

• Tutor books an induction with your Learning Centre subject specialist to– See your subject resources– Be shown how to use the OPAC library catalogue

Return to the Induction page