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Merritt College puts students first. Through our rich educational programs, we foster a culture of equity and inclusion that empowers students to achieve their greatest potential and make meaningful contributions to their respective communities and our global society.

Library Orientation

Prof. Nichols’ Best Practices for Utilizing Embedded Tutoring

Lowell Bennett’s Video on Personal Statements

Lowell Bennett’s Video on the “Bennett Detective Model” for Easy Essay Writing

Barbara Dimopoulos’s video on working with students with Learning Differences

Mario Rivas’ Video #1 on Motivation

Mario Rivas’ Video #2 on Motivation and Managing Emotions

Tutor Receipt for Professors

Student Motivation Resources

Thomas Frank, “How to Make Yourself Study When You Have ZERO Motivation“
“Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us: RSA Animates Dan Pink’s book“–I encourage you to read the full book, too!
Dan Pink, “The Puzzle of Motivation“
“8 Simple Tips to Stay Motivated“
“The Science of Motivation“
Tom Peterson, “10 Ways to Reframe Problems…Rather, Challenges“
Tim Urban, “Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator“
“The Science of Productivity“
“Interleaving: How Mixed Practice Can Boost Your Learning“
“The Interleaving Effect: Mixing it up Boosts Learning“
“Interleaved Practice: 4 Ways to Learn Better by Mixing it Up“
Mark Rober, “The Super Mario Effect: Tricking Your Brain into Learning More“
Peter DeWitt, “The Benefits of Failure“
“Why Successful Students Avoid these Four Causes of Failure“
Teresa Griffith, “How Failure Helps You Succeed and Grow“