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The Office
of Biomedical Research and Training (OBRT) received an NIH grant
that provides
Supplemental Instruction (SI) for targeted classes. A general description
of SI is at the bottom of this message. You can find out much more
about SI at: http://www.umkc.edu/cad/SI/Index.htm. Generally, we
offer SI support for the following courses:
• Biol 210 and
351
• Chem 150, 201, and 202
• Math 125, and 160
• Physics 206
• Psych 360
Please
note, this website also offers a link for an application to be
filled out and returned to Suzanne Hizer at shizer@csusm.edu with a copy to Dr. Richard Bray at rbray@csusm.edu.
Also listed, are important deadline information for hiring. This
is an exciting opportunity for individuals who would like to be
a leader in the CSUSM community and we hope to hear from you.
CHARACTERISTICS WE ARE LOOKING FOR
• Current undergraduate or graduate student
• Good GPA
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Has taken the targeted class, received a good grade, and has professor’s
recommendation
• Has a flexible schedule to attend all lectures and conduct three,
50-minute SI sessions each week
• Has good communication skills
• Displays good nature and is dependable
• Likes the content area
• Is sensitive to multicultural issues
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES - TIME COMITTMENT
• Preferably attend all lectures of the class
• Must conduct at least three SI sessions each week of the semester
for each class section
• Must participate in a 5-hr training workshop within the first week
of the semester. (This is a one-time-only activity)
• Must be willing to attend periodic meetings with Dr. Bray and the
faculty member teaching the course.
• Overall, for each class section this job will probably take 6-8
h/wk. The hours could increase before a lecture exam.
BENEFITS OF BEING AN SI LEADER
• Excellent way of reviewing
core material in preparation for advanced coursework as well as studying
for MCATs, GREs, etc.
• Looks terrific on grad applications/resumes, etc.
• Develops leadership and teaching skills
• Excellent opportunity to interact with faculty
Application
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