The Power
of Study Groups
Part 3
Guidelines for Getting a Group Together
Here are some guidelines for creating and running a study
group; How many? Create a group of four to six people. In a larger group, it’s
easy for someone to get out and smaller groups can too easily get off track.
Who? Pick classmates who seem to share your interest in doing
well academically. Look for people who stay alert in class, take notes, ask
questions and respond to the teacher’s questions. Include someone who
understands the material better than you and can explain the concepts and
someone who doesn’t understand it as well, to whom you can explain the
material.
Where? Hold study group focus sessions in a place that is
free of distractions and that has room to spread out books and notes.
How long? Meet for no more than two to three hours at a time.
Having a time limit helps the group focus. If you know only
have an hour, you’re more likely to stay on task.
When? Try to meet regularly, on the same day and time each
week.
Treating the study session as you would other activities
helps you to keep in a schedule and ensures that everyone attends.
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