SCIE511
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Peer Mentoring and Collaborative Learning in Science
Faculty of Science
SC - Faculty of Science
Subject
SCIE - Science
Description
Students (peer mentors) gain theoretical knowledge of peer mentoring, practical facilitation instruction and experience to support peers in their learning. Grounded knowledge of science-based learning theories, peer mentors will encourage and motivate learning, convey enthusiasm for course material, and provide support for active learning in and out of the classroom.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Science 511 and either Science 507.18 or Communication and Culture 507 will not be allowed.
Notes: This course includes a 40-hour practicum as a Peer Mentor in your host class. Students should contact the USC Specialized Programs Office regarding consent to register.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Faculty.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Science 511 and either Science 507.18 or Communication and Culture 507 will not be allowed.
Notes: This course includes a 40-hour practicum as a Peer Mentor in your host class. Students should contact the USC Specialized Programs Office regarding consent to register.
Course Attributes
Fee Rate Group(Domestic) - A, Fee Rate Group(International) -A, GFC Hours (3-0), WIL Field Placement
Courses may consist of a Lecture, Lab, Tutorial, and/or Seminar. Students will be required to register in each component that is required for the course as indicated in the schedule of classes. Practicums, internships or other experiential learning modalities are typically indicated as a Lab component.
Component
LEC
Units
3
Repeat for Credit
No
Subject code
SCIE
Understanding Course Information
Please refer to Course Terminology and Description to better understand how to interpret course information such as GFC Hours, pre-requisites, course levels, etc.