Being a Learning Assistant is a wonderful experience for undergraduate students at Florida Atlantic.

In addition to having been successful in their coursework, an LA is expected to bring together professionalism with peer-assisted learning. To do this, LAs must continue to develop their skills. All LAs will engage in trainings, including attending a pedagogy seminar course during the first semester as an LA. Faculty help continue the training and guidance through weekly preparation meetings that typically last from 1-1.5 hours, depending on the class and subject. 

LAs are expected to:

·       Attend the semester kick-off training and team meetings.

·       Attend each lecture, every week, for the semester. 

·       Prepare individually for class and review the specific content (1-hour a week).

·       Participate in planning meetings (1-1.5 hours a week) with the lead professor and other LAs. 

·       Complete the semester-long pedagogy seminar within the first semester of employment.

·       Maintain a balance between being a peer and being a professional LA by modeling behaviors that can lead to academic success, such as: being on time for all classes and office hours, sending well written and timely emails and announcements, promoting a growth mindset, and sharing resources available on campus.