{"id":259,"date":"2014-04-08T12:11:07","date_gmt":"2014-04-08T19:11:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/studentsuccess\/?page_id=259"},"modified":"2016-09-23T16:35:02","modified_gmt":"2016-09-23T23:35:02","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dev.blogs.oregonstate.edu\/studentsuccess\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Ecampus Student FAQs & Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"

Q: I\u2019m having a really hard time managing my work, family and school responsibilities. I also am having a really challenging time studying for my tests. <\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition to advisors\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n

<\/b>Ecampus Success Counseling<\/span><\/p>\n

Success Counselors work in partnership with students to improve academic skills, to identify support resources, and to address obstacles to academic success at OSU. Success counseling is individualized, strengths-based, and holistic. Common issues <\/b>discussed during success appointments include:<\/i> <\/b>time management, procrastination, prioritization, work-life balance, stress management, goal-setting, motivation, and identifying and utilizing support resources. Feel free to email us at\u00a0ecampus.success@oregonstate.edu<\/a>\u00a0or schedule an\u00a0<\/i>Ecampus Success Counseling Appointment.<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u00a0Q: I don\u2019t know how to write an academic paper.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Ecampus Librarian –\u00a0<\/span>Our Ecampus Librarian, Stefanie Buck, can help students with questions regarding Library resources, research, access or any other general questions. Ecampus Library Webinars<\/a>\u00a0are also offered to assist students in utilizing all that the library has to offer.<\/p>\n

Stefanie Buck,\u00a0Stefanie.Buck@oregonstate.edu<\/a><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

Writing Center <\/span>\u2013 Online Writing Lab<\/a> (limited availability);\u00a0writingcenter.oregonstate.edu<\/a><\/p>\n

Other Resources <\/span>\u2013 <\/b>\u201cWhat’s on the Web\u201d<\/a> <\/b>through OSU Learning Corner has links to many great free writing resources online.<\/p>\n

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Q: I could really use an academic planner or worksheet to help me manage my time but I don\u2019t have the money to buy one. <\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

OSU Learning Corner <\/span><\/a>\u2013 many free tools and worksheets<\/p>\n

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Q: I am having trouble getting in touch with my online instructor. Since I can\u2019t just stop by their office, who should I contact for help?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Course concerns, questions \u2013 Joan Oakes and Gina Rogers are the specialists at Ecampus Student Services.\u00a0 They assist with a wide range of issues; do not hesitate to contact them if you have any questions. Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (PST). <\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>541-737-4166,\u00a0 ecampus.ess@oregonstate.edu<\/a><\/p>\n

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Q: Are there any tutoring opportunities available to me as an OSU Ecampus student? <\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Online Tutoring<\/span> <\/b>\u2013 OSU Ecampus students have access to free tutoring online through NetTutor.<\/b><\/p>\n

OSU Extended Campus students can follow these steps to access their free online tutoring:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Enable pop-ups in your browser<\/p>\n

2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You will first log into Canvas\u00a0and select your course<\/p>\n

3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In the side navigation, select “Tools”<\/p>\n

4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Select NetTutor<\/p>\n

NOTE: If you are an instructor and the Communication section for your course is disabled, you will find the NetTutor icon in the “Tools” section.<\/p>\n

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Q: I\u2019m going through a really stressful time and think that I really need to talk to a mental health professional. <\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Ecampus students do not have access to CAPS and should access a provider in their local area.<\/p>\n

OSU Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is available to consult with faculty, staff, and administrators who are concerned about another person\u2019s urgent mental health concerns. Call 541-737-2131 if you have an immediate need to speak with a mental health professional.<\/p>\n

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Q: I\u2019m having trouble with my computer. Who should I contact? <\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Computer Help Desk<\/span>\u00a0– Provides both phone and email support for technical issues relating to your operating system, software, etc. They can be reached at 541-737-3474 or by email<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Canvas – There are a variety of options for assistance in with Canvas. You can click the Help<\/em>\u00a0link in the upper right hand corner in any course site. You can find helpful answers in the Canvas Student Guide<\/em><\/a>. There is also 24\/7 support by calling\u00a01-844-329-3084.
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Q: I\u2019m not quite certain what I want to do in the future with my major. What career options are out there? How do I make 100% sure that this is what I want to do for the rest of my life?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Kyle Whitehouse<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Ecampus Career Counselor<\/p>\n

Kyle.Whitehouse@oregonstate.edu
\n<\/a>541-737-5420<\/p>\n

OSU devotes an experienced career counselor, <\/i>Kyle Whitehouse<\/i><\/a>, to work specifically with Ecampus students as they explore their unique interests, values, personalities and skills; navigate career decision-making opportunities and examine their career goals; and prepare for conducting an effective internship or job search.\u00a0 Kyle helps Ecampus students access career resources at OSU or in their own community. Student can <\/i>Schedule an appointment<\/i><\/a> through Beaverjobnet online to meet with Kyle by phone or video conference. Career resources are also available to students on the <\/i>Ecampus Career Services<\/i><\/a> website.<\/p>\n

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Q: Are there other courses that may help if I want to work on my academic skills or prepare for a graduate program?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Talk to your<\/i> academic advisor<\/i><\/b>\u00a0to see if one of the following courses would fit into your degree plan:<\/i><\/p>\n

ALS 108<\/a> \u2013 Online Learning Success<\/p>\n

ALS 114<\/a> \u2013 Career Decision Making<\/p>\n

GRAD 420<\/a> \u2013 Graduate School Preparation<\/p>\n

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Q: Are there ways to get more involved as an Ecampus student?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Ecampus Success Blog<\/a><\/p>\n

Ecampus on Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n

Alpha Sigma Lambda \u2013 Honor Society for Nontraditional Students<\/a><\/p>\n

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Q: I have another question that I don’t see on this list. How can I suggest adding another FAQ?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Please complete the form below with your contact information and suggested question. We are looking to grow this list to be as helpful as possible, so we appreciate your submission!<\/p>\n

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