Information For Faculty

Learning Commons staff collaborates with faculty on tailoring class resources. Embedded support ensures that students learning experience is enhanced. Improving academic success within the classroom environment.

• FORM: Request embedded support
• VIDEO: Faculty preview of embedded support
• SURVEY: Embedded feedback

Enhance your classroom with a visit from a Learning Commons staff member:

• Early Semester Orientation: Plan class visits early to introduce students to resources.

• Follow-Up Visits: Optional additional visits can be scheduled to reinforce resource use.

Visits can include an introduction to:

• General services of the Learning Commons

• Specific resources include Math, Science, Success Coaching, English (writing, reading, grammar), and Technology.

Schedule a Class Visit

Do you have questions about how the Learning Commons can support your students? 

Meet with Director Sam DeZerga to explore collaboration opportunities and available resources.

Schedule a Consultation

Experience Our Space! Bring your classes for a tour of our facilities to explore available resources such as:

• Computers and printers

• Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) Lab

• Honorlock Testing Room

• Language Lab for Spanish courses

Schedule a Tour

Encourage deeper student engagement by hosting your office hours in the Learning Commons! Our space fosters a collaborative atmosphere conducive to learning and discussion. Use our resources to help students connect with tutors, success coaches, and specialists.

Benefits include Learning Commons access, increased student visits, and extended service availability.

E-mail the Learning Commons

Attend semester-specific workshops for core subjects designed with Learning Specialists, tutors, and faculty.

Success skill sessions also support students time management, test anxiety, and study skills.

E-mail the Learning Commons

Learning Commons hosts 30-60 minute courses introductions and assignment previews for first-year courses.

After attending boot camp, students feel more confident and have higher success rates.

Learn About Boot Camp

Have an idea for a new boot camp? Email Director Sam DeZerga.

Enhance Your Syllabus: Resources to include for students to access our support services.

Location: 444 Appleyard Drive, Building 30, 32304

Operating Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Services Offered:

• Tutoring in various disciplines
• Individual and group sessions
• Technology assistance
• Success Coaching
• Honorlock testing facilities

Access Services:

• Sign in through EagleQ: http://bit.ly/lc-checkin
• Brainfuse Online Tutoring via Canvas: https://tscfl.instructure.com/

Contact Information:

• Phone: (850) 201-8193
• Email: learningcommons@tsc.fl.edu
• More Info: http://tsc.fl.edu

Vera Mayes
Mathematics Specialist
vera.mayes@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-8122

Greg Schaberg
Communications Specialist
greg.schaberg@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-8270

Dr. Jerrie Del Vecchio
Communications Specialist
jerrie.delvecchio@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7847

Jamie Smith
Communications Specialist
jamie.smith@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7812

Looking for support with the Florida Civic Literacy Exam (FCLE)? Jamie Smith and Greg Schaberg can offer support!

Chris McDonald
Science Specialist
chris.mcdonald@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7805

Jessie Clayton (Technology)
Technology Specialist
jessie.clayton@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-8267

Jorlyse Dickens (Success Skills)
Success Coach
jorlyse.dickens@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7837

Jonathas Petit
Mathematics Specialist
jonathas.petit@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-8239

Steph Austin
Communications Specialist
stephanie.austin@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-6651

Shekitta Allen
Communications Specialist
shekitta.allen@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7813

John Salter
Mathematics Specialist
john.salter@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7803

Jorlyse Dickens
Success Coach
jorlyse.dickens@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7837

Sam DeZerga
Director
sam.dezerga@tsc.fl.edu
(850) 201-7810