A study group does the following:

1. Reinforces, clarifies, and deepens your learning by providing the opportunity to teach.
2. Helps students improve their grades by supplementing individual study with group study.
3. Provides feedback -- before the test -- on how well you are learning the material.
4. Provides practical advice on which courses and professors to take or avoid.
5. Prepares you for the working world, with its emphasis on teamwork. (You might indicate on your resume that you organized several study groups.)
6. Provides a "support group." All students feel discouraged at times, but a study group can "refuel" your motivation and make studying more fun.
7. Helps you overcome shyness about discussing issues in class.
8. Helps you become motivated to study, because you know your study group is depending upon your preparation.

If you are intersted in joining or forming a study group please contact the Charles W. Kocher Student Success Center.