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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Students who have previously taken the class and earned an A. They know the content
and are excited to help guide students through it.
They are also prepared to share what they have learned about how to study effectively
for their course. They will be in class with the students every day, taking notes
and listening closely to the professor.
They are study session facilitators, not mini professors, who provide structure to the study session and help students stay focused on learning.
Empathetic listeners, resource guides, and most of all, supportive peers.
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What Happens in SI Study Sessions?
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SI Leaders guide students through practice and activities that review and reinforce
the material taught in class.
Students compare notes, discuss important concepts, develop strategies for studying
the subject, and test themselves before the professor does!
Students learn study skills and strategies to help them be successful in the course.
SI Leaders do not re-lecture, give out their class notes, or do homework for students.
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Who Can Attend SI Study Sessions?
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All students who want to increase their understanding of course material and improve
their grades!
SI is not a remedial or at-risk program; it is for any student regardless of skill
level. Sessions provide an opportunity for all students to learn and grow.
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SI sessions begin during the second week of every semester.
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What if You Don’t Have an SI Leader Assigned to Your Class?
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You can attend any SI session, regardless of your class section!
Check out the SI Study Session Schedule to see if there is an SI Leader assigned to
a different section of your course.
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If you are in need of individual tutoring, please visit the following resources:
| Centers |
Subjects |
| SMART Center |
The SMART Center provides tutoring for all current KSU students in Math, Science,
Engineering, Humanities, and Social Science courses. |
| Writing Center |
The KSU Writing Center is here to support your development as a writer so that you
become a more articulate and fluent communicator at the university and beyond. |
| SPCEET S2 Center |
The SPCEET Student Success Center provides peer-based academic support for engineering
majors in a variety of engineering and engineering technology courses. |
| Coles College of Business Tutoring |
Free tutoring for any Coles College undergraduate course is now available through
Knack. |
| CCSE Tutoring Lab |
The CCSE Tutoring Lab welcomes all undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in
CGDD, CS, CSE, CYBR, IT, and SWE courses! |
| CSM Common Study Hours |
Join the College of Science and Mathematics (CSM) departments each week during the
Fall 2025 semester for Common Study Hours to work on your assignments with support
available from CSM faculty and student learning assistants.
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| Philosophy Tutoring Support |
Whether you need general course assistance, paper feedback, or other guidance let
our tutors help you get where you want to be! |
| Statistics Tutoring Lab |
Tutoring available for STAT 1401, DATA 1501, and STAT 2332. |
| World Languages Tutoring |
Our team of trained tutors offers one-on-one and group support—online and in person—for a wide range of world languages. |
Tutoring Resources
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Which Courses Are Served by SI?
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The SI Program targets historically difficult courses. Historically difficult courses
are defined as those that typically have a 25% or higher DFW rate. (DFW = rate at
which students receive a grade of D or F or withdraw from the class).
See the SI Study Session Schedule for a complete listing of courses served by SI this
semester.
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How do I attend an online SI Session?
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Online SI Sessions are held via Microsoft Teams. Simply click the link to join the
Teams meeting from the SI Session calendar. You can join from any device that supports
Microsoft Teams.
It may be helpful to install Microsoft Teams beforehand to ensure the process runs
smoothly.
How to access Microsoft Teams
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None of the times on the schedule work for me. Can I access a recording of the SI
Session?
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No, SI Leaders are not allowed to record their sessions. This rule is in place to
ensure that students can feel comfortable participating in SI Sessions.
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Should I go to SI Sessions if I'm already happy with my grade?
Yes! All students are encouraged to attend to get extra practice and learn new study
skills. It's a great way to get to know your peers in a relaxed environment. |
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How can I become an SI Leader?
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To qualify to be an SI Leader, you must be enrolled in at least six credit hours at
KSU, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and have earned an A in the class you want to support.
SI Leader applications for the upcoming semester usually open in February/March for
the next Fall Semester and September/October for the next Spring Semester.
Learn more about the qualifications and responsibilities of being an SI Leader and
keep an eye out for when applications open next.
Become an SI Leader
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