library staff spotlight: kimm khagram
As students begin to prepare for December exams, we would like to highlight the work of Kimm Khagram, learning specialist at the library. Since 2017, Kimm has helped students reach their academic goals and feel better prepared for exams through his management and co-supervision of SLGs (Supported Learning Groups).
SLGs are group study sessions offered by the library for challenging undergraduate courses which span a variety of disciplines. These weekly sessions are facilitated by upper year students who received a high grade in the course. SLG leaders are trained to help students learn together and develop effective learning strategies (based on education research) while reviewing course content.
Students can attend SLG sessions throughout the semester, though Kimm notes that attendance often peaks just before a major test or exam. SLG leaders anticipate this increased demand and plan active and collaborative study for as many as 150 students at a time, either online or in person. Rather than simulating exam conditions, SLG review sessions encourage students to work together to actively recall concepts from memory, identify gaps and mistakes, and share their strategies on how to study and take the test.
Be sure to visit the library’s website for up-to-date information on SLG sessions.