Service Learning Courses

StDev 290 —

Learning through Service: Theory and Application

When Offered:

In Fall and Winter semesters, section 1 is Mondays from 5:30-6:20 and section 2 is Wednesdays from 5:30-6:20.

In Spring Term, it is held on Wednesdays from 5:00-6:50 PM.

This class is 1.0 credit hour.

Instructor:

Chris Crippen

2330 WSC

801-422-1281

chris_crippen@byu.edu

This course provides students the opportunity to learn about service practice, motivation for service, service philosophies and theories, the fourth aim of a BYU education, the power of reflection in service, personal/skill development, and learning through service.

StDev 132 —

Introduction to Peer Education (tutoring, mentoring, etc.)

When Offered:

Fall 1st and 2nd terms, Winter 1st and 2nd terms

Wednesdays from 5:00-6:50 pm

This class is 1.0 credit hour.

Instructor:

Becky Smoot

2330 WSC

801-422-4681

rebecca_smoot@byu.edu

This course teaches basic tutoring skills. This course is designed and developed to provide students with an understanding of the role of a peer educator. It introduces and explains the tutoring cycle. It provides the knowledge and experience needed to develop effective college-level tutoring skills that facilitate academic success and improve learning. This is a blended course, meaning you will alternate meeting in person and learning content online.

By the end of this course, students will be able to do the following:

1. Students will understand the goals, roles, and best practices of tutoring and peer education.

2. Students will achieve CRLA-level proficiency in peer education.

3. Students will appreciate the value of tutoring and peer education.

StDev 133 —

Advanced Peer Education (tutoring, mentoring, etc.)

When Offered:

Fall 2nd Term, Winter 2nd Term

Mondays from 5:00-6:50 PM

This class is 1.0 credit hour.

Instructor:

Coral Taylor

2330 WSC

801-422-1904

coral_taylor@byu.edu

This is a blended course, meaning you will alternate meeting in person and learning content online. This course develops advanced-level peer educator and tutor approaches. It focuses on teaching and applying analytical thinking skills. It provides the knowledge and experience needed to advance effective college-level tutoring skills that facilitate academic success and improve learning. NOTE: Level Two can be taken before Level One.

By the end of this course, students will be able to do the following:

1. Students will appreciate the value of tutoring specific groups.

2. Students will achieve CRLA advanced-level proficiency in tutoring.

3. Students will develop advanced peer educator/tutoring skills.

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