Supplemental Instruction

Supplemental Instruction (SI) are organized study sessions multiple times a week for students enrolled in traditionally difficult courses. Sessions are conducted by SI leaders, trained undergraduate students who have successfully completed and excelled in the course.

SI sessions are free and included on a student's course schedule at registration. While sessions are voluntary, regular attendance is highly recommended. Students who attend SI on a regular basis typically earn higher course grades than those who do not attend SI.

Join SI to practice the course material covered in lecture, learn course-specific study strategies, and prepare for tests with your peers! Curious what to expect from SI? See the FAQs below to learn more, set up a meeting with an academic coach, or connect with us.

Our SI program is accredited by The International Center for Supplemental Instruction at the University of Missouri - Kansas City.

SI Schedule

Supplemental Instruction FAQs

How do I find out if my course has SI?

Your SI sessions will be listed on your schedule. Look up the course on your schedule in MySAIL. You can access the SI espace page for your class through MySAIL.

Will attending SI help me do better in the class?

Students who attend SI on a regular basis usually earn higher course grades than those who do not attend SI. During the 2023-2024 year, students that attended 10 or more SI sessions had a 0.76 overall increase in course GPA across disciplines compared to the students that did not attend SI.

What will we do in SI? Will it just be another lecture?

SI is not just another lecture and should not cover new material. Instead, SI often includes extra practice, opportunities to work on problems together with your classmates, or review of material from the most recent lectures. Many SI leaders also hold exam reviews to help jumpstart individual study in preparation for summative assessments.

Can I attend SI for a different section of my course?

Yes. If you prefer to attend a different SI than the one you are scheduled for, you are free to do so. That said, the leader of your scheduled SI will be attending the same lecture as you and their plans will follow the schedule of your section of the course. By attending a different SI session, exam reviews or practice may not align to your professor’s schedule.

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