In an Organic Chemistry classroom of 200+ students it can be both overwhelming and difficult for the professor and students to build a relationship. This lack of connection can have negative affects on the student's overall grade, college experience, and future career. Method used: TA's would meet with students once a week to go over the previous discussion worksheet. TA's got to get to know their students and were able to identify their needs. After each session the TA's reported back to the professor clarifying the student struggles. Students with lower grades were selected to comprise the majority of the group, but it was critical that a few students within the group have high grades. The students in the program reported back with 100% satisfaction. Data also revealed that students in the program scored 10.2% points higher than the class average on each exam and 14.4% higher on the final.

Novel approach to increase student satisfaction and performance in organic chemistry

245th National Meeting (2013)

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