Why a study group?
Joining or starting a private study group provides many benefits for your exam preparation. It provides you with extra support, networking, encouragement, just to name a few.
Joining or starting a private study group provides many benefits for your exam preparation. It provides you with extra support, networking, encouragement, just to name a few.
Decisions to be made | Recommendations |
Where will you meet and how will you access resources? | Many groups choose to study at participant’s homes, alternating between the group or choosing one most central location. Other groups choose libraries or gain after-hours access to their practice. Amid COVID-19, you may be best served by Skype, Zoom, or a similar videoconferencing service. |
Who will be the group leader? | The leader should be willing to:
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How many people will effectively work in your study group? |
AOGPÂ recommends 4-6 as an ideal group size. |
How frequently will you meet? |
Most study groups would elect to meet either weekly or fortnightly. If you meet less frequently the momentum for group learning may be impacted. |
How long will the group meet for? |
Usually study groups would meet for 1.5 – 2 hours at a time. If you come prepared and meet frequently, this amount of time is sufficient. |
Will the group rotate the role of group facilitator? |
This shares the load amongst the group and allows each participant to benefit from the extra learning associated with facilitating a topic. |
In your first meeting:
For all meetings:
Study groups find different formats of learning will work best for them.
Some ideas include:
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