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Anatomy & Physiology Open Lab
Drop into the Anatomy & Physiology Open Lab in SP1-324 at the Fredericksburg Area Campus every Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. A tutor will be on hand to help you with any questions you might have.
Student Study Groups
Student study groups usually consist of four to six students who make a commitment to meet on a regular basis throughout the semester to discuss academic material covered in the course.
There is truth to the adage, “many minds are better than one,” when it applies to learning college material. Students who participate in study groups tend to develop a deeper understanding of the instructional material, and they learn how to think critically and creatively about academic concepts.
Study Group Advantage
Just as some individuals are more musically inclined or artistically talented than others, each study group member brings a set of strengths to the study session. One member may have strong technical skills; another member may take excellent notes, while another member may have excellent leadership skills that enable the group to stay focused during the study sessions.
Each member of the group may interpret the academic material in a different way based upon previous experiences or prior knowledge. A good study group takes advantage of its members’ strengths to enhance the learning of all members. Study group discussions enable students to gain a more thorough understanding of academic material.
Study Group Structure
The members should agree upon expectations for the group. Decide what you want to achieve during the meetings. Students may decide to review material covered during class, or they may decide to hold special review sessions prior to tests. It may be helpful to establish a format for each session that includes 15 minutes to review concepts from a prior meeting, 30 minutes to discuss concepts that members found to be difficult, and 15 minutes to discuss preparation for future tests, quizzes, or special assignments.
It is useful for the group to select a leader who is willing to keep the group on task. You can even take turns sharing the role of the leader and decide if you want a different member to lead the discussion group each session.
Create a Successful Study Group
Set some time up during the first meeting to create ground rules. The members should also exchange contact information in case poor weather necessitates the cancellation of a meeting. A successful group consists of members who:
- Create a regular meeting schedule that adheres to strict start and end times.
- Attend all class sessions and keep up with all course assignments.
- Maintain a focus on academic concepts and don’t allow the meeting to turn into a social gathering.
- Take responsibility for contributing to the greater good of the group. In other words, each member should be willing to share the workload for participating in group discussions.
- Compare lecture and/or lab notes and discuss any discrepancies in comprehension of the academic material.
- Ensure that everyone has a good grasp of the material being covered.
- Remind one another of the next meeting and briefly discuss what material will be covered at that time.
Navigate Study Buddies
Do you need a study buddy? Did you know that you can connect with a "Study Buddy" through Navigate?