LRNASST Colleagues:
I want to send out this last reminder about the next Supplemental Instruction training for SI
supervisors and other interested parties coming up this September. If you have any questions, I
would be pleased to respond to your email message. Thank you.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION TRAINING INFORMATION
When Retention Is Important Enough To Act
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION TRAINING
SEPTEMBER 24, 25, 26, 1997
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a successful, cost effective, retention program that focuses
on high attrition courses, not high risk students. SI helps students acquire and refine the tools
essential for learning course content. A high attrition course is one in which 30% or more of
enrollees typically earn grades of D, F, and W. Students who attend SI sessions regularly
commonly average 1 letter grade higher on final course grades than comparable
non-participants and earn higher GPA's than comparable non-attendees. SI is certified by the
DOE as a program proven to increase retention.
Who Should 1. Anyone interested in beginning an SI program.
Attend? 2. Anyone who wants to know more about a cost effective retention
program.
3. Anyone interested in a refresher on running SI programs.
Each trainee receives a certificate of training and will be qualified to begin and run an SI
Program.
Location: North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC in room 3118, University Student
Center.
Dates: Wed., Sept. 24 - 9 to 5, Thurs., Sept. 25 - 9 to 5, Fri., Sept. 26 - 9 to noon. Plan to
lunch together each day. Friday afternoon is available for individual consultations with the
trainer.
Registration Fees: $475. Includes 2 1/2 days of training, training materials, manuals,
refreshments, and individual consultations with the trainer. Send registration fees to Dennis
Congos, The Learning Skills and Career Counseling Center, 6809-A Fairview Road, Charlotte,
NC 28210 by Sept. 17, 1997. Registration is limited. Please make checks payable to Dennis
Congos.
Lodging Information and Directions: We recommend the Brownestone Hotel
(800-331-7919) within easy walking distance of the NCSU campus. They have special rates
of $62 (sngl) or $72 (dbl), + 12% tax. INDICATE THAT YOU ARE WITH THE REGIONAL
SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING SESSION for this reduced rate. For more information on
housing or directions, contact Ken Gattis, NCSU SI Coordinator, at (919) 515-5619, or email
him at [log in to unmask]
Trainer: Dennis H. Congos, Certified SI Trainer and Consultant, and SI Supervisor.
Training Materials: Furnished.
Sponsor: North Carolina State University's Supplemental Instruction Program.
Questions about training: Call Dennis H. Congos at 704-330-6474 Tues., Wed., or Thurs.
between 8am and 5pm or e-mail him at [log in to unmask]
Transportation: Raleigh-Durham International Airport. AmTrak & bus lines also serve the
area.
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North Carolina State University SI Training Registration Form Sept. 24, 25, 26, 1997
Name _________________________________________ Date ________________
Phone (___)___________
Complete Campus Address
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____________________________________________________
email address __________________________
Please send this form with a check made out to Dennis Congos to the Learning Skills and
Career Counseling Center, 6809-A Fairview Road, Charlotte, NC
28210 Thank you.
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Dennis Congos
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Dennis H. Congos
Learning Skills Lab Facilitator & Certified Supplemental Instruction Trainer
Academic Learning Center
103 Garinger Building
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC 28235
704-330-6474 email: [log in to unmask]
Learning skills: The only indispensable knowledge in college.
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