A peer program model rooted in experiential learning focuses on fostering a sense of community and reducing social isolation among students and their mentors. This model emphasizes shared communication through platforms like Facebook groups and encourages volunteerism to help students become more independent and academically confident.
Assist students in becoming more independent, and more academically confident
Personal growth and self-awareness through reflection
Events
Student care exam packages
ProcrstiNOt / Get It Done (antiprocrastination events
Outreach
Meetings and consultations in Kingston area
Workshops and meeting on campus including residence
Working with specific faculty / groups
working with athletics (coaches and student athletes
Training Topics
Indigenous sensitivity training
Self Care
EDI ( equity, diversity, inclusion)
Communication Skills
Mental Health / Wellness
Team Building
Training
(Flipped Classroom)
Practice 1:1 consultations
Practice presentations
Hands on practice
Pedagogical Development
Discuss theory and case studies
Group activities
Homework ( reading & research)
Grammar lessons
1:1 Meetings/Coaching/Appointments
Teach students how to set effective goals
Offer advice, encouragement and support
Delivering Workshops / Presentations
Practical Experience
(Situated Learning)
Peer to Peer Program core components
- Develop academic learning strategies and writing skills
- Make the transition from high school to university
- Overcome academic challenges, including recognizing/responding/referring students who identify mental health as a contributing factor to their academic challenge
- Develop peer leadership skills
- Support the development of personal skills
-improve retention rates, and grade point average
Experiential Learning, a Peer Program Model
(understanding theory and practice)
Sense of Community
Decrease social isolation of peers and those who they mentor