Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) is a peer-facilitated learning enhancement model designed to impact the way students learn difficult content in a specific course. PAL is attached to course sections to provide students with a systematic and structured approach for processing the course material assigned by the instructor. During PAL sessions, students work together to gain a deeper understanding of the course content. The environment is informal and students are encouraged to discuss course content and share study strategies. Participation is voluntary.
We will post fall 2023 session days and times on this page at the beginning of the semester.
Peer Assisted Learning LeadersSessions are held at the ASTC, suite L08 Stony Brook Union (lower level) |
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Gabriella |
Olivia |
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Christina |
Sydney |
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Brajesh |
Megan |
What do Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) Leaders do?
PAL Leaders are students who have done well in the course and who have undergone extensive PAL training to plan effective sessions. PAL Leaders attend the class to keep up with the course content, and model effective student practices and attitudes. During a Peer Assisted Learning session, the PAL Leader engages students using interactive learning strategies, which encourage involvement, comprehension, and synthesis of subject content.
How do you participate?
While it is preferred that you attend the PAL session of the PAL Leader assigned to your lecture, students can attend any (or all) of the sessions. Simply show up! PAL Sessions are limited to the first 25 students!
This program is a collaborative effort involving the Academic Success & Tutoring Center and the Department of Mathematics.
This service is modeled after Supplemental Instruction, an academic assistance program created by the University of Missouri-Kansas City. For more information about Supplemental Instruction, please visit the website of the International Center for Supplemental Instruction.
