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The IAS Program targets critical introductory-level courses and enhances
them with weekly subject-specific tutorials and study group sessions.
Regular participation in IAS tutorials and study groups has been proven to
increase student GPAs and completion rates in these so-called “gateway"
courses. The goal of IAS is to empower students with the knowledge and
skills needed to advance and major in these areas of study if they so
desire.
IAS courses include: CHEM 3, MATH 1 and 2, and WRIT
2-3. Course descriptions can be found at: http://www.dartmouth.edu/~reg/courses/desc/
IAS provides students who want to learn course material in-depth and earn
the best possible grades with individual tutorials in WRIT 2 and 3 and small
study group sessions in CHEM 3 and MATH 1 and 2.
Writing
2-3 tutorials
are offered by graduate students specially trained as Teaching Assistants
(TAs). TAs attend all class meetings with their students, hold hour long
one-on-one writing tutorials with each student each week, and meet regularly
with the Writing 2-3 professors to discuss how best to advance student
learning. TAs may also offer writing skills workshops, small group
meetings, office hours, and library orientations as the course requires.
CHEM 3 and MATH 1 and 2 study groups are facilitated by
upper-class students who have earned an A or A- in these courses or higher
level courses. In a relaxed setting, groups of the same five to eight
students from the same class meet weekly throughout the term with their study
group leader. Wherever possible, groups are offered in residence hall
study lounges in order to give students the opportunity to learn, make friends,
and even have fun.
Together, study groups discuss major concepts, build study skills specific
to the class, and prepare for quizzes and exams. Leaders clarify course
material, share their own successful learning strategies, and promote small
group learning so that students can use their own knowledge and problem-solving
strategies to teach each other. Students may also request extra time
outside of group with their leader for one-on-one tutoring.
The IAS Program director, professors, TAs, and study group leaders meet
regularly throughout each term to discuss course progress and outreach to
students about ways to strengthen their skill development. Students can
meet with professors during weekly "office hours" or for private
appointments. They can also consult with the IAS Program Director
Leigh Remy, who is a dean in the First-Year Office, for academic
guidance and help in adjusting to college life.
Only students invited to enroll in IAS courses are eligible to participate
in IAS tutorials and study groups. Due to their popularity, these courses
often attract more students than there are spaces to offer. Students who
do not receive an invitation, or who only wish to take an IAS course to fulfill
a distributive requirement, should contact IAS Program Director Leigh Remy, or
the professor who teaches the course, with any questions.
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