Program Overview

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Introduction to Class Encore

Class Encore is a program that sets up small, structured study groups for challenging classes. These groups meet once a week for 50 minutes, from weeks 2-10, and are free and open to all students enrolled in the class.

Program Details

• Class Encore sessions give students the opportunity to:
  • Ask questions
  • Discuss course concepts
  • Practice study strategies
  • Collaborate to solve problems
• Groups are led by students who previously excelled in the class and maintain a high GPA.
• These leaders attend the class, participate in weekly planning sessions, and lead the study groups in reviewing course concepts and study strategies.

Fall Courses with Class Encore Study Groups

The following courses offer Class Encore study groups:

• Biology: Biology 214, Biology 221z
• Business Administration: All BA 101 Sections, All BA 211z Sections, All BA 213z Sections
• Chemistry: Chemistry 111, Chemistry 221z, Chemistry 223z
• Computer Science: Computer Science 210, Computer Science 212
• Economics: Economics 201z w/ Prof Hansen, Economics 202z
• Math/Statistics: Math 241, Stat 243z
• Physics: Physics 251

Student Testimonials

Students have expressed positive feedback about the Class Encore program, citing its benefits in:

• Recapping tough topics in a more comfortable small group setting
• Improving understanding of course material
• Providing a safe space to ask questions and collaborate with peers
• Helping to develop new study strategies
• Offering a fun and engaging way to clarify questions and get helpful information

Class Encore FAQ

Where are Class Encore sessions being held?

Class Encore sessions are held on campus, with locations included in follow-up email reminders from the registration system and messaging from peer leaders to participants.

Why should I join Class Encore?

Class Encore sessions:

• Allow students to meet and collaborate with new peers in the same course
• Help students explore concepts in a variety of learning modalities
• Can help students improve their end of course grade
• Expose students to a variety of ways to study concepts

What does a Class Encore session look like?

Class Encore sessions differ from a traditional tutoring model, focusing on collaboration and group work. Students can expect:

• A focus on concepts over problems
• CE Leaders planning each session to facilitate and keep the group moving forward
• Sessions varying in overall look, with no two groups having the same feel between leaders or week to week
• CE Leaders designing activities that rely on participation and knowledge

Is there an attendance policy?

Data shows that participants get the most impact from continued participation in Class Encore sessions. While there is no strict attendance policy, students are expected to make a full effort to attend all sessions. Excessive absences may result in removal from the program, but students can rejoin later.