What is Brainfuse Higher Ed?

Brainfuse Higher Ed is a comprehensive suite of online tutoring, self-study, and collaborative tools designed for college students.

When can I access Brainfuse Higher Ed?

Please contact your institution for the exact hours that Brainfuse is available.

What services does Brainfuse Higher Ed offer?

The following services comprise the complete Brainfuse Higher Ed suite. Please note, however, that your institution may not have subscribed to all of these services:

• Live Tutoring: Submit a question in our online classroom and receive live, one-on-one assistance from a Brainfuse tutor.
  
• Live Skills Building: Connect with a live tutor for help mastering basic academic concepts.
  
• 24-Hour Writing Lab: Submit your writing and get constructive feedback from our expert writing instructors.
  
• Test Center: Visit our online test library to take practice tests in a variety of subjects. Get results instantly and, if you choose, share them with one of our tutors for a targeted skills building session.
  
• 24/7 Help Center: Submit your question and a tutor will respond to you, usually within 24 hours.
  
• MEET: Easily set up real-time meetings and study groups with friends and colleagues through the MEET online classroom. MEET is an ideal platform for group collaboration, whether it’s working together on a project, studying for a test, or struggling through a difficult homework assignment.
  
• Brainwave: A Brainwave is a recording of your activity on the Brainwave Notepad. Create a Brainwave by simply typing or drawing on the Brainwave Notepad. Everything you do on the notepad can then be played back like a movie. Record brainwaves for yourself or share them with others. Brainwaves are particularly useful when conveying complex ideas that involve sequence, motion, and process.
  
• Flashbulb: Create your own flashcard sets or visit our vast library of flashcards.

What is the difference between “Live Tutoring” and “Skills Building”?

When you need help with your homework, select Live Tutoring. If you need help with a basic academic skill, select Skills Building.

How does the writing lab work?

We offer several types of writing assistance:

1. Live Writing Assistance – Live help during the initial stages of the writing process with a focus on organizational structure and fluency.
   
2. 24-Hour Writing Lab – (For more detailed help) Simply submit your writing and our instructors will provide you with detailed comments usually within 24 hours. It should be noted that the purpose of the writing lab is not to do the writing for you but to help you become a better writer by focusing on areas such as voice, word choice, grammar, content, sentence fluency, and organization.

How do I access Brainfuse?

Brainfuse is available from virtually any computer with Internet access, on or off campus.

Who are my tutors?

All tutors are trained and certified by Brainfuse, must possess a four-year degree, have prior teaching or tutoring experience, and clear a background check.