Eligibility Requirements
  • One of the following must be met:
    • Received a B or higher in CHEM:1110 Principles of Chemistry I (if currently completing the course, the LA offer will be contingent on receiving a B or higher) OR
    • Received a B or higher in CHEM:1120 Principles of Chemistry II (if currently completing the course, the LA offer will be contingent on receiving a B or higher)
  • UI Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher

 

TIME Requirements
  • Attend pre-semester Learning Assistant Training on Friday, January 12, 2024 (in-person)
  • Attend your assigned lectures to facilitate activities (three, 50-minute lectures per week.) Lectures are currently planned to occur in-person. Options include:
    • MWF 8:30–9:20 AM
    • MWF 10:30–11:20 AM
  • Attend a once-a-week, in-person, 50-minute prep meeting with faculty. Options include:
    • Mondays 3:30–4:20 PM 
    • Wednesdays 2:30–3:20 PM
  • Attend a once-a-week, 75-minute pedagogy course covering topics such as metacognition, effective study strategies, and creating inclusive learning environments (see the “LA Pedagogy Course” webpage for more information.) Pedagogy course day/time options include:
    • Wednesdays 3:30–4:45 PM
    • Thursdays 11:00 AM–12:15 PM
  • Learning Assistants should anticipate spending 4 -6 hours a week in this role

 

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