Supplemental Instruction

Supplemental Instruction (SI) Description

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a research-based academic support model that offers peer-assisted study sessions for students enrolled in historically rigorous classes. SI sessions are peer-led seminars in which students have the opportunity to discuss course material and develop organizational tools and study skills to prepare for exams. Participation is voluntary, but all students are encouraged to attend SI sessions. Students with varying levels of academic preparedness participate in and benefit from SI.聽This program was developed at University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) in 1973 and is used in hundreds of colleges and universities around the world. SI Motto: "Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember. Involve me and I understand."

In-Class Support

What should you expect from your SI Leader in your class?:
1. Your SI Leader will serve as a model student in your class
2. Your SI Leader will provide you with real-time support when you engage in individual and/or group work
3. Your SI Leader will promote SI sessions and provide you with academic resources if you need additional support outside of the classroom

Weekly Study Sessions

What should you expect during an SI session?:
1. Your SI session will be thoroughly designed to actively engage students in the content of the course
2. Your SI Leader will provide you and your peers with support throughout the session
3. Your session will allow you to connect and learn with peers from the class

Check out the SI Schedule

SI Weekly Study Session Schedule

Course	Section	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
BIO 120	01
BIO 120	02
BIO 120	03
BIO 250	01
CHE 110	01
CHE 110	02
CHE 110	03
CHE 112	02
MAT 103	02
MAT 103	04
MAT 132	02
MAT 132	04
MAT 132	06
MAT 132	08
MAT 132	10
MAT 132	12
MAT 132	14
MAT 132	16
MAT 151	02
MAT 151	04
MAT 153	02
MAT 153	04

What is Supplemental Instruction?

Supplemental Instruction is a peer- to-peer academic assistance program which provides weekly, peer-facilitated group study sessions for students taking historically difficult courses (those with high D, F or W rates). SI study sessions are led by an SI leader, a student who have taken the class previously and were successful in it. SI Leaders are trained to facilitate group sessions where students can meet to gain their understanding of course material, review and discuss important concepts, develop study strategies and prepare for exams. SI is provided for all students who want to strengthen their understanding of course material and improve their grades; it is not just for those students who are struggling. SI is a free service offered to all students.*SI participation is 100% voluntary*. Students may attend as many times as they choose.

What is an SI Leader?

SI leaders are students who have taken the class previously and were successful in it. They know the course content, and are eager and prepared to share with you what they know about the course content, and have learned over the years about how to study. They will be in class with you every day, hearing what you hear and reading what you read. Their job is to help you think about the course lectures, readings, assignments, and exams. Your SI leader will bring together course content and study skills, in a collaborative manner, to help you learn more efficiently.

What can I do to prepare for an SI study session?

Because of the collaborative nature and all the personal interaction during SI sessions, you are expected to come prepared to study. This means you should always bring your textbook, lecture notes, class handouts, and/ or any sample problems you may have. Doing so makes SI sessions effective and guarantees the best use of your time.

However, SI does not replace class lecture/meetings. SI study sessions are meant to complement class lecture. You are expected to attend class meeting and lectures. SI is an academic support for the course; it is not an opportunity for you to skip class. Lastly, you are highly encouraged to attend SI on a weekly basis. National SI research indicates that students who regularly attend SI perform better on exams and earn higher final course grades.

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