The Eberly College of Science Learning Assistant Program is supported by the Pennsylvania State University Center for Excellence in Science Education (CESE). The CESE identified the need for peer facilitation in classrooms where faculty were trying to engage students in collaborative active learning activities and, in response, catalyzed the Learning Assistant (LA) Initiative in the Fall of 2011. The LA initiative encompasses a group of faculty and motivated students who all have the common goal of enhancing the learning experience in science and math classes.
The CESE supports several experience LAs per semester with a small award for Excellence in LA Leadership. These LAs have facilitated learning for at least two semesters and seek the opportunity to participate in a more advanced role in the program. This role may include designing curriculum, acting in a mentoring role to new LAs, or holding additional events to improve the course or LA experience.
For more information about eligibility or to apply, please email Dr. Jennelle Malcos (jlh608@psu.edu)
