Joining or forming a study group environment provides you with an opportunity to engage in a more in-depth discussion about course material. When you work in groups, you have the opportunity to explain concepts, discuss ideas, disagree with one another, and reason through why one person’s answer is different than yours.
- Conducting Study Group Meetings
To run an effective study group you should establish the logistics of your meetings and practical strategies for learning the material as a group. For Specific Peer Group Study Techniques, Consult These Resources: Peer-led Team Learning at… Continue reading Conducting Study Group Meetings - Guidelines for Running a Study Group
You must establish ground rules that create an environment of trust and respect so that all members feel their contributions are valued. When such an environment exists, members are more willing to take risks, to think more… Continue reading Guidelines for Running a Study Group - How Do I Start a Study Group?
Choose the participants wisely. Look for students who do well in the course or show an interest in learning; students who ask questions and respond to the instructor’s questions; students who take notes in class; and students… Continue reading How Do I Start a Study Group? - Why Study with Peers?
Understand material in a deeper way. In most classes at U-M, students are expected to apply their knowledge to new situations or problems rather than simply memorize facts. When students work in groups, they have the opportunity… Continue reading Why Study with Peers?