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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. 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

8/28/2024-12/15/2024

DepartmentCourseSectionTitleFacultySI LeaderStudy SessionsSI Room
BIO1201Principles of Biology IH ChoiRobin T.Mo 11:30-12:45pm\nWe 11:30-12:45pmLIB 5070\nLIB 5074
BIO1202Principles of Biology IT TaylorAlicia-Liana S.Mo 1:00-2:15pm\nWe 1:00-2:15pmLIB 5074\nLIB 5074
BIO1203Principles of Biology IT TaylorCharlize C.Tu 10:00-11:15am\nTh 10:00-11:15amLIB 5074\nLIB 5074
BIO2501Elem Hum Anat & PhysiolT TaylorAndrea M.Tu 11:30-12:45pm\nWe 2:30-3:45pmLIB 5074\nLIB 5074
BIO2502Elem Hum Anat & PhysiolT TaylorAlyssa A.Tu 5:30-6:45pm\nTh 1:00-2:15pmLIB 1575\nLIB 5074
CHE1101General Chemistry IS WangSofia Y. V.We 10:00-11:15am\nTh 1:00-2:15pmLIB 1108\nLIB 1108
CHE11030General Chemistry IA ChastainJenmar D.Mo 11:30-12:45pm\nMo 4:00-5:15pmLIB 5074\nLIB 5074
CHE1121General Chemistry IIK BarrMeia W.Tu 4:00-5:15pm\nTh 4:00-5:15pmLIB 5074\nLIB 5074
CHE1122General Chemistry IIH KoCaitlinTu 1:00-2:15pm\nWe 4:00-5:15pmLIB 5074\nLIB 5074
CSC1211Intro To Csc And Prog IP KhaniCesarMo 4:00-5:15pm\nWe 4:00-5:15pmLIB 5070\nLIB 5070
CSC1213Intro To Csc And Prog IJ PriorDanielMo 2:30-3:45pm\nWe 2:30-3:45pmLIB 5070\nLIB 5070
MAT1031Intro to College AlgebraE PerezLoel M. P.
MAT1032Intro to College AlgebraE PerezFr 10:00-11:15amVIL 130
MAT1033Intro to College AlgebraC GorbeaSamantha T.
MAT1034Intro to College AlgebraC GorbeaFr 8:30-9:45amNSM C239
MAT1035Intro to College AlgebraC GorbeaJason F.
MAT1036Intro to College AlgebraC GorbeaFr 11:30-12:45pmNSM C239
MAT1037Intro to College AlgebraE PerezLoel M. P.
MAT1038Intro to College AlgebraE PerezFr 1:00-2:15pmLCH A224
MAT1039Intro to College AlgebraS LanaghanHrithik D. S.
MAT10310Intro to College AlgebraS LanaghanFr 11:30-12:45pmWH D160
MAT1321Stats & Probability w/SupportL LeeAkhil P.
MAT1322Stats & Probability w/SupportL LeeFr 8:30-9:45amSBS B137
MAT1323Stats & Probability w/SupportL LeeAkhil P.
MAT1324Stats & Probability w/SupportL LeeFr 1:00-2:15pmSBS B143
MAT1325Stats & Probability w/SupportT LeDamon M.
MAT1326Stats & Probability w/SupportT LeFr 8:30-9:45amSBS B143
MAT1327Stats & Probability w/SupportS RaianuNatalia C.
MAT1328Stats & Probability w/SupportS RaianuFr 1:00-2:15pmSBS B137
MAT1329Stats & Probability w/SupportG KalloIsmail Z. M.Caitlin
MAT13210Stats & Probability w/SupportG KalloFr 8:30-9:45amSBS E126
MAT13213Stats & Probability w/SupportHa NguyenVishal T.Chris
MAT13214Stats & Probability w/SupportHa NguyenFr 1:00-2:15pmLIB 1128
MAT13215Stats & Probability w/SupportG KalloIsmail Z. M.Andrea M.
MAT13216Stats & Probability w/SupportG KalloFr 1:00-2:15pmSBS D225
MAT13217Stats & Probability w/SupportH NguyenSanidhya M.Chris
MAT13218Stats & Probability w/SupportH NguyenFr 8:30-9:45amLIB 1128
MAT13219Stats & Probability w/SupportH NguyenSanidhya M.Andrea M.
MAT13220Stats & Probability w/SupportH NguyenFr 11:30-12:45pmLCH A219
MAT1511College Algebra & TrigJ Vallejo-ValadezNoe J.
MAT1512College Algebra & TrigJ Vallejo-ValadezFr 8:30-9:45amLCH A219
MAT1531Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labM XuShubham C.
MAT1532Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labM XuFr 1:00-2:15pmLIB 1875
MAT1533Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labG NguyenDeekshitha S.
MAT1534Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labG NguyenFr 10:00-11:15amLCH A227
MAT1535Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labHa NguyenNathaniel
MAT1536Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labHa NguyenFr 8:30-9:45amII 3300
MAT1537Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labJ Vallejo-ValadezMohammed F.
MAT1538Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labJ Vallejo-ValadezFr 11:30-12:45pmLCH A230
MAT1539Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labM XuDeekshitha S.
MAT15310Pre-Calculus with Trig w/labM XuFr 11:30-12:45pmLCH A227
PSY2301Elem Stat Analysis PsychAndrew TompkinsTamryn B.We 10:00-11:15am\nWe 1:00-2:15pmLIB 5070\nLIB 5070
PSY2302Elem Stat Analysis PsychAndrew TompkinsJacqueline D.Tu 1:00-2:15pm\nTh 1:00-2:15pmLIB 5070\nLIB 5070
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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

How do I know if my course is supported with Supplemental Instruction?

During the first week of the semester, the SI Leader will announce and distribute information regarding the days, times, and location of upcoming SI study sessions. Your professor and SI leader will both continue to remind you throughout the semester of SI study session times.

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 expect from an SI study session?

SI study sessions are led by a SI leader who has mastered the course material and has been trained to facilitate group sessions where students can meet to gain a better understanding of course material, review and discuss important concepts, develop study strategies and prepare for exams.

Where is the SI study session held?

During the first week of the semester, the SI Leaders will announce and distribute information regarding the days, times, and location of upcoming SI study sessions. Your professor and SI leader will both continue to remind you throughout the semester of SI study session times and location.

Is it mandatory to attend SI study sessions?

SI is an academic support program offered to all students. SI participation is 100% voluntary. Students may attend as many times as they choose. National SI research indicates that students who regularly attend SI perform better on exams and earn higher final course grades.

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.

When do sessions start?

SI sessions start the first or second week of classes. Each SI Leader typically has one or more review sessions per week.

What’s in it for me?

Students who take advantage of SI can earn up to a full letter grade higher in SI courses than those who don't participate, and they are twice as likely to successfully complete the course. In addition, students have the opportunity to make social connections and gain study skills they can apply in any class. SI is for everyone, so give it a try!

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