Welcome to the learning support website.

Here you will find online learning resources in academic skill areas critical to your success as a college student and as a lifelong learner. You also will find many additional learning resources and services available to you at your local Empire State College location. For specific academic support assistance, please contact the director of academic support (DAS).

Get Tutoring and Help

Contact a director of academic support in your area
Smarthinking Online Tutoring Service (login required)
Important Notice About the Smarthinking Online Tutoring Service
Smarthinking Student Handbook (PDF 1,073kB)
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CDL peer tutoring service for students of the Center for Distance Learning

Writing Center Assistance

Find the writing center nearest you
Visit our online writing resources

Math Center Assistance

Find the math center nearest you.

Library

Visit the college's online library
Learn search strategies and techniques
Learn about academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism
Take part in an "@ Home" Live Library Workshop

Academic Support and Study Skills

Explore resources on a wide range of study skills (for example: academic reading, note-taking systems and time management)
Use the Assignment Calculator to help plan your time and find resources for writing assignments.
Find out about study skills workshops scheduled at college locations around the state and online.
For more information about academic support, contact your local director of academic support (DAS).