Study Groups
PLUS provides FREE peer-led study groups for both quarter and semester courses. These weekly sessions are led by PALs (peer-assisted leaders) who excelled in the course, were recommended by faculty, and undergo weekly training. PAL sessions integrate course content and learning strategies through activities like reviewing notes and readings, problem-solving, and collaborative exercises.
On average, participants that attend 5+ sessions in a quarter receive a 0.50 higher course grade than their peers in the course who did not attend study group sessions.
How do study groups work?
- Attendance is not mandatory and there is no sign-up required.
- Assigned study group leaders are tasked to work hand-in-hand with the faculty leading the course to create lesson plans and collaborative learning activities to promote comprehension of the subject material.
- Study groups provide supplemental learning for a specific course and section, open to all students enrolled in said course/section.
- Study groups meet twice per week (50 minutes each) or once per week (~2 hour sessions) in the Learning Commons of JFK Library or in various locations on the Spokane campus.
- Weekly session dates and times are determined by student polling in class the first week of the term or by email.
What Do Students Like About PLUS Study Groups?*
*2023 – 2024 Survey Results
“Very helpful, I got an A in my class and understood the concepts well thanks to my study group leader.”
“All of the PLUS group leaders have been great and very resourceful and knowledgeable. They have all been amazing in helping me adjust to the OT Masters Program.”
“The study group leader really did make me feel like I understood the material and was a big help in presenting the material in a more clear way if it was confusing. Overall my experience with this group was great and I would recommend it to anyone asking about it.”
“It was a good resource to help yourself understand where you’re struggling and apply methods to help make it better.”
For more information, please contact Anna Tadlock:
atadlock@ewu.edu
(509) 359-6415
EWU Learning Commons, JFK Library, M22
