EAC Services and Accommodations

If you are approved for audio recording, you may record the lecture on a digital device or app of some kind. Such devices may include a digital voice recorder, a smartpen, Otter, or Jamworks.

In order to use this service, you must first make an appointment with EAC's Alternate Media Specialist to get connected with the device. They will have you fill out a Student Agreement for Recording Lectures form which acknowledges the following stipulations:

1. Students must inform the professor of their intention to record class lectures.
2. Students will not copy or share audio recordings with anyone, except for a transcriber who may be required to type it if needed for the accommodation. Lectures recorded for educational purposes may not be shared with other people without the consent of the lecturer.
3. At the conclusion of the course, the student will erase audio recordings from all the classes or return the recordings to the instructor, whichever the instructor prefers.

The EAC Counselors specialize in working with students with disabilities. They will talk with you about your disability and accommodations and they will do their best to find classes and professors that work best with your learning style. The goal of the EAC is to partner with you in your education, we want to work with you to achieve your goals.

To set up an appointment with one of the counselors, make sure you have applied for services first. Once that is completed and you are an EAC student, contact the office at (805) 678-5830 or oceac@vcccd.edu and let us know if you prefer in-person or zoom appointment.

Some services on campus require students to have a Full Course Load before they can be accessed. A student cannot be denied access to opportunities or services due to having a disability. For specific programs and services, a student with a disability can request a Full Course Load Letter stating they are part of this program and how many units should constitute a Full Course Load for them.

Please note, however, that this letter does not supersede benefit formulas based on course load. Specifically, for Financial Aid purposes, this letter is not to be representative of 12.0 or more units.

Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students may request interpreters for any of their classes. The request must be made at the time of registration. Assignment of interpreters will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Students are encouraged to register early due to a shortage of qualified interpreters.

All interpreters at Oxnard College have passed a screening exam and any hold certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. If you have any problems with interpreting services, please contact the DSPS Specialist/ASL Interpreter in the EAC.

Procedure for using this service:

1. Contact the DSPS Specialist/ASL Interpreter in the EAC to discuss the classes you plan to take. Do this as early as possible! Call in June to register for fall classes; call in November to register for spring.
2. See a counselor to discuss your class schedule and register for class.
3. If you need an interpreter for other campus activities or for meetings with your instructor, please fill out the REQUEST AN ASL INTERPRETER.

Questions about ASL interpreting services should be directed to Candice Wittkins, DSPS Specialist/ASL Interpreter.

Hot Tip: Pick up a copy of the Interpretation Services handbook. This will acquaint you with the policies for using the services. VERY IMPORTANT: If you will be absent from class, please contact the  DSPS Specialist/ASL Interpreter at least 24 hours in advance. We will notify the interpreter.

Learning disabilities look very different from one person to another.  One person may struggle with reading and spelling, another may love to read but struggle with math.  Still another may have difficulty understanding what others are saying or communicating out loud but write beautifully.  Some people struggle remembering things that happened long ago. For others, the opposite is true, their long-term memory is great, but they struggle to remember things they just read. These are all examples of learning disabilities.  IT DOES NOT MEAN SOMETHING IS WRONG, it means you learn differently and may require accommodations to perform at your best.   

If you feel like you are working hard in school but not getting the grades you should be, or feel like you are struggling in any of the scenarios mentioned above, please click on the link below and let us set up assessment for you.  

INVITATION TO LEARNING DISABILITY ASSESSMENT

If your counselor determines that you require notetaking assistance in your classes, EAC will provide this service. The notetaker is usually another student in your class who is willing to provide a copy of his/her lecture notes.

Procedure for using this service:

1. Fill out the Notetaking Request Form. The EAC will send a formal notetaking request to your professor on your behalf. The professor will then make an announcement requesting one of your classmates to voluntarily share their notes with you.
2. If you feel that the notes are of poor quality, or if the notetaker is frequently absent, please come to the EAC office and the Accommodations Specialist will review the situation. If necessary, arrangements can be made for copies of other notes.
3. Notetaking assistance is not a substitute for attending classes! You must attend class in order to get notes!

Students with verified disabilities develop educational plans/contracts in line with their goals for educational development and employment. These plans, as well as the courses required to meet them and the accommodations to neutralize the disabilities, are reviewed each semester with an EAC counselor. Students may enroll during the priority registration period after the counseling appointment.

Procedure for using this service:

1. Make an appointment with the EAC counselor to select classes and arrange for services for the coming semester.
2. Visit the Admissions Office (LRC Building) with your payment. Note: If you work with the Department of Rehabilitation, bring your IEP and call your DR counselor immediately after your EAC appointment to arrange for payment.
3. Return to the EAC with the computer printout which you receive as verification of your enrollment.

Oxnard College provides a variety of tutoring services for all students. Tutoring is coordinated through the Learning Resource Center. Options include in-person and Zoom sessions, as well as 24/7 Canvas sessions with NetTutor. NetTutor is available free to all registered Oxnard College students. Please follow the steps below to access their services. If you have any issues, please feel free to contact the following staff: 

• Rosa Magana: rosa_magana4@vcccd.edu
• Natalie Sheehan: natalie_sheehan1@vcccd.edu
• Vivian Xu: vivian_xu1@vcccd.edu

How to Access NetTutor

Step 1

• Log in to Canvas, which can be found at the top of any of the Oxnard College webpages.
• If prompted to login, your Username and Password will be the same as your MyVCCCD login.

Step 2

• Click on the Courses tab on the left to bring up the list of courses you are enrolled in and select any of the courses.

Step 3

• When the course menu opens, select NetTutor.
• Note: If you do not see NetTutor listed in the course menu, reach out to EAC at 805-678-5830 for a direct link.

Step 4

• Select the NetTutor option in the middle for a menu of subjects
• When a subject is selected, there will be three tutoring options. In the top right, under the user's name, is the "Drop-In Tutoring Hours" link. If there are no tutors available to speak with, come back during the regular scheduled hours.
• There are four options to interact with tutors:
  • Drop-in and meet with a live tutor
  • Schedule an appointment
  • Drop off a paper
  • Drop off a question

Step 5 (Option 1): Drop in and Meet with a Live Tutor

• Once the "Drop in and Meet with a Live Tutor" option is selected, the user is either connected to a live tutor or placed in a waiting line. Remember to check how long it may take to reach a live tutor.
• If the wait time is too long, there is an option to ask a short question to be addressed later (which may take up to 48 hours). The reply will be in the "Your*** Locker" option.
• Once connected with a tutor, type in a question to begin the session. It is recommended to have one ready before entering the session. NetTutor uses a white board interface called Pisces. The online tutors can help navigate this platform, so please don't hesitate to ask questions.

Step 5 (Option 2): Drop off a Paper

• This is an asynchronous tutoring option that is suitable for essays. This is an alternative way to get feedback when unable to meet live with a tutor.
• Note: This can take up to 48 hours for a reply, and it will be retrieved in the "Your*** Locker" section. It is recommended to use this early and in multiple intervals.
• In the "Basic Information" part, type in the title of your essay and a description of the assignment. Please Notice that there are character limits to each section, so it is best to summarize.
• In the "Format" section, select two items for feedback, the citation style (APA, MLA, etc.) if applicable, paper type (narrative, essay, etc.), and number of pages. Be as specific as possible to get the feedback desired.
• Note: If the essay is submitted early enough, multiple revised drafts can be resubmitted to get more feedback on other aspects.
• Uploading your paper is the final part of the process. Simply drag and drop your file from the computer into the green "Drop Your File Here" box, or click below it to "Choose a File". If done successfully, the "Drop Off Your Paper" button on the bottom right will turn dark green. Press it to submit the file.
• To get the paper with tutor feedback (which can take up to 48 hours), go into the "Locker" section of the subject as per Step 6 below.

Step 5 (Option 3): Drop off a Question

• When the "Drop off a Question" option is selected, a prompt will come up in a green box. This option is useful for simple inquiries, clarifications, or guidance about the subject. You must enter a title for your question so that you may refer to it later.
• Note: The title field has a 30-character limit, so make it as concise as possible. This option can also take up to 48 hours, so use this function early.

Step 6: Locker

• The "Your*** Locker" option is organized per subject. To access the correct "Locker", return to the subject tutoring options page.
• In the locker will be a record of the "Live Tutoring Session", which can be reviewed after meeting with a tutor. The "Paper Feedback" for submitted essays and answers to submitted "Questions" will also be found in this section (within 48 hours). These items will remain here for the semester.