The path to knowledge need not be traveled alone

Research shows that students learn more and remember information longer when they actively engage in their own learning.  One of the best ways to do this is to work in groups.  When you and your peers begin asking each other questions, thinking through solutions together, and hearing answers to questions you hadn’t even thought of, you learn better.  That's why our various collaborative learning programs are so popular...and so effective.

The CTAE offers several different collaborative learning programs each semester, including class-specific tutor-led small groups, Academic Coaching groups dedicated to general academic support, and a Collaborative Learners' Directory for students seeking out more independent collaboration with other students in the same class or subject area.

This service is not available during summer session.

Small Group Tutoring  
Academic Coaching Groups
 Study Buddy Directory
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    Small Group Tutoring
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For information about foreign language tutoring, click here.

Who's In Your Group

• 3-6 students per group, all taking the same course with the same instructor

• Group meets once a week (same day/time) for the entire semester

• Sessions led by a trained peer tutor

How Small Groups Are Formed

• When at least three tutoring requests for a class with matching availability are received by the CTAE, a new group is formed
• If no tutor is available, a hiring process is initiated (can take 2-3 weeks)
• You are notified by email when you have been matched with a group
• You can speed this process up by building your own group. Check out our new "Express Lane" options.

Getting the Most Out of Tutoring

• Request tutoring early in the semester - it can take 1-3 weeks to be placed with a tutoring group
• Come to every tutoring session on time
• Attend class, take notes, and do your homework outside of your tutoring time--small group tutoring is a supplemental academic support, not a substitute for doing your own work
• Bring your book, notes, graded work and tools to the tutoring sessions
• Bring your questions!

Spring '13 requests end March 25th.

To request small group tutoring, complete the Collaborative Learners' Request by clicking here.

   Academic Coaching Groups‌

Academic coaching assists students with general learning skills that can be applied to any subject. Students will meet for one semester. They will discuss study habits, test-taking skills, organization, scheduling, and stress management as tools for achieving greater academic success.

Who's In Your Group

• 3-6 students per group

• Group meets once a week (same day/time) for the entire semester

• Sessions led by a trained peer tutor

How Groups Are Formed

• When at least three requests for academic coaching with matching availability are received by the CTAE, a new group is formed
• You are notified by email when you have been matched with a group

Spring '13 requests end March 25th.

To request academic coaching for the current semester, click here.  Be sure to indicate "Academic Coaching" when prompted by the Collaborative Learners' Request Form.

   ‌Study Buddy Directory
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The Study Buddy Directory is a listing of the email addresses of Loyola students, arranged by the subjects in which they seek assistance, who want to connect independently with other students for mutual academic support. This is an opportunity to extend your network of support in a particular discipline.  In order to participate in the directory, you must complete the Collaborative Learners' Request Form for Small Group Tutoring, Foreign Language Speaking Group, Academic Coaching or SoE Basic Skills Test Prep..

Students can use the Study Buddy Directory to set up private study groups, to locate the requisite three students necessary to open a small-group tutoring session with the CTAE, and to promote better communication and support across course sections.  Once added to the Study Buddy Directory, you will receive a detailed email with access links and instructions on how to make the best use of this resource.

You will be given the option of being listed in the Study Buddy Directory when you complete the Collaborative Learners' Request form for any of the services listed above. To complete the Collabortive Learners' Request click here.