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ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Section Seven
SERVICES
ACADEMIC STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Other Student Support Services include the Academic Computer Support, Instructional Support
Labs, Instructional Technology and Distance Learning Services, Library, Military Opportunities, and
Veterans’ Services.
A. Academic Computer Support
Technology Services operates the computer labs and classrooms on campus to provide students and
faculty the support necessary for the academic programs. Darton recognizes the dynamic changes in
the computer industry and offers services using the latest in technology within its reach. In addition
to hundreds of PCs in the labs and classrooms, Technology Services operates several systems,
including Windows, UNIX, LINUX Servers, as well as, ORACLE databases, in a networked
environment with Internet connection to thousands of sites around the globe. Web-based courses are
supported for distance learning, while many faculty maintain web pages as additional support for
their courses.
Technology Services supervises a central computer lab of over 60 computers and one multi-function
printer available to students. Windows 7 is installed on each intel PC with Office 2013 Professional,
Microsoft Internet Explorer, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Chrome, and other software required
for classes; also, an Apple iMac computer running Mac OSX. Student workers rotate shifts to
provide assistance in troubleshooting the computers. The lab worker is not responsible for helping
students with their homework assignments.
B. Instructional Technology
Technology Services staff and facilities, along with the Online Learning Division, support the
design, development, and production of instructional content. The divisions also facilitate the
integration of instructional technology into traditional academic settings, distance learning
initiatives, and community enrichment programs. Instructional technology is implemented across
the curriculum through the use of multimedia courseware and content, web-based instructional
materials and activities, and other appropriate learning technologies. Faculty and staff development,
one-on-one faculty support, technical assistance and helpdesk support for faculty, staff and students
are also available.
C. Writing Center and Math Center
The Humanities and Mathematics departments provide a Writing and Math Center to assist students
in achieving maximum success in their coursework.
The Writing Center, located in room C-102 in the Student Center building, offers individualized
assistance with writing assignments for all subject areas. The Writing Center is staffed by
professionals and student tutors who provide constructive feedback throughout the writing process,
utilizing an active learning approach that allows students to take complete responsibility for their
success. Computers, printers, Internet access, style manuals, and other writing aids are available for
student usage free of charge to assist in research and the preparation of writing assignments.
The Writing Center is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening and summer
semester hours may vary. For more information, call 229-317-6943 or visit the online Writing
Center web site a
t www.darton.edu/WritingCenter .Distance learning students have complete access to all services provided by the writing center and
may access those services a
t http://www.darton.edu/programs/Humanities/writing/online.php .The Math Center, located in room I-110, offers individualized assistance in all mathematics subjects.