The LELC is open to the DMC community. The center offers many programs and tools to assist students and instructors of READ 0305, ENG 0305/0306, INRW 0408, and ESOL courses. Students are encouraged to seek help from the lab staff with coursework specifically in reading, vocabulary development, grammar, pronunciation, TEFL test prep and general questions about DMC student life. Students are encouraged to relax in our reading area and books are available to borrow for recreational reading.

Instructors of READ 0305, ENG 0305/0306, INRW 0408, and ESOL courses can utilize the center for their classes which include computer usage and equipment (by appointment only). The center also provides access to a variety of literature in class sets that instructors may borrow.

Location

• Heritage Campus (Baldwin & Ayers) - Coles Classroom Building - CB 119 & 121
• Reading Lab Desk Phone: (361) 698-1535
• Oso Creek Campus - Main Building with limited hours Tuesday and Thursday only from 10:30–11:30 AM and 2:00–3:00 PM. Please call for appointment and room number 361-698-1535.

Fall and Spring Semester Hours

• Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM–12:30 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Summer 1 & 2 Semester Hours

• Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM–12:30 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Tutoring

• Free virtual or in-person 30 minute tutoring sessions available.
• To schedule a tutoring session, please click the following link: Reading Lab Booking or call (361) 698-1535

Lab Resources

• Touch-screen computers available for Canvas, Connect, WebDMC, Weaver and study use
• Printing (6 page limit, black & white only)
• Workstations with lockdown browser already installed
• Reading practice and vocabulary development
• Reading programs to practice reading skills and comprehension
• READ 0305, ENG 0305/0306, Student Success and INRW 0408 textbooks are available for use within the Reading Lab
• Study guides available
• Supports DMC professors in reading and writing courses
• TEFL prep
• Study room available for private booking
• One-on-one tutoring
• A small library