What is SI-PASS? A Guide to Peer-Assisted Study Sessions for Academic Success

SI-PASS (Supplemental Instruction - Peer-Assisted Study Sessions) is an academic support model designed to enhance learning through collaborative study groups. It connects students in small groups, guided by an experienced SI leader. Its primary goal is to bridge the gap in study methods between high school and university, fostering greater personal responsibility for academic pursuits.

The core concept revolves around a more experienced student serving as a guide, facilitating peer learning rather than replacing the teacher. SI leaders prepare and lead discussions on challenging course content, empowering students to collectively discover answers. This approach emphasizes inner motivation, curiosity, self-directed, and collective learning, promoting the exchange of thoughts and ideas.

Participating in SI sessions offers numerous benefits: improved study results, acquisition of effective study techniques, enhanced time management, teamwork skills, and critical thinking abilities.

Key objectives of SI-PASS include:

Improving study results Providing strategies and study techniques Contributing to better time management Promoting teamwork * Improving critical thinking

Developed in the 1970s at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, SI-PASS has been adopted by over 1,500 institutions across approximately thirty countries. Lund University serves as the European center for SI-PASS.

How does SI-PASS work?

SI-PASS aims to bolster student academic performance, regardless of background or prior knowledge. Sessions occur approximately once per week, led by trained SI leaders who have previously excelled in the course. These sessions encourage students to discuss concepts, share ideas, and develop new learning methods.

Benefits of attending SI sessions:

Learn effective study techniques. Improve understanding of the course material. Compare notes and discuss challenging concepts. Develop crucial study skills.

These sessions provide a relaxed, safe environment where students can confidently address questions. The focus is on student-driven content and the SI leader facilitating, not teaching.

Additional benefits of participating in SI sessions include:

Improving your study technique Immersing yourself in different subjects * Pass your courses more easily and get your credits

Become an SI Leader

Interested in developing leadership skills and helping peers succeed? The role of an SI leader offers personal development and extra income. Responsibilities include guiding students through course content, facilitating discussions, and problem-solving.

Benefits of being an SI leader:

Develop leadership skills Gain in-depth subject understanding Practice public speaking Make new contacts * Gain sought-after skills

Minimum requirements to become an SI leader:

Completed the course with a passing grade Recommendation from a prior leader/teacher Good communication skills and social abilities Participation in SI leadership training

For further details, contact Kajsmari Engdahl at email@example.com.

Courses offering SI fall term 2022:

Network Security Programme Peace and Development Programme The Marketing Programme Visual Communication + Change