Supplemental Instruction (SI)
Supplemental Instruction Program Overview
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a free academic support program that uses peer-assisted instruction to enrich the learning experience in historically difficult courses.
SI is an internationally recognized, evidence-backed model that aims to help students succeed through weekly peer-led SI sessions. SI Sessions are interactive, engaging, and fund, creating a comfortable environment to explore and practice course material in a group study atmosphere. Research indicates that students who attend SI Sessions regularly earn one-half to a whole grade letter higher than students who do not attend at all.
SI Sessions occur outside of class and are voluntary for students to attend - no RSVP required. When an SI Leader is assigned to a class, all students enrolled are welcome to attend their SI Sessions!
About Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leaders
SI Leaders are UTC students who have previously earned an A in targeted SI courses and work closely with the professor to properly prepare for their SI Sessions. They receive pre-semester and ongoing training from the SI Program Coordinator and team to ensure they are effective facilitators in the SI classroom. In addition to their knowledge of the course content, SI Leaders are skilled in:
- Active learning principles and practices
- Group-oriented study methods
- Clear communication
- Active listening and responding
- Time and classroom management
- Effective group and individual study skills
- Providing UTC resources