Ka and Nadim

Introduction

  • Discussion about the PLTL (Peer-Led Team Learning) workshop

  • Importance of connecting with peers and building relationships

  • Focus on engagement and networking with students in lower years

Benefits of PLTL for Leaders

  • Opportunity to connect and engage with students, fostering friendships

  • Develop core skills: communication, leadership, and teaching abilities

  • Exposure to teaching dynamics, providing a unique perspective from the instructor's standpoint

  • Valuable experience that can aid in future job applications and professional development

  • Potential for increased knowledge in areas related to business analytics through collaboration and networking

Motivation for Becoming a PLTL Leader

  • Desire to help friends and peers transition through academic challenges

  • Opportunity to see the classroom from a teacher's perspective

  • Engaging in a rewarding project like PLTL enhances personal and professional skills

  • Motivation to increase knowledge and teaching capabilities while supporting lower-year students

Student Benefits from PLTL

  • Enhanced student engagement through closer connections with PLTL leaders

  • PLTL sessions provide opportunities for deeper discussions and personalized assistance

  • Supports revision of course materials previously learned by the PLTL leaders

  • Helps students achieve higher scores and fosters a greater passion for business analytics

Experience with AI in PLTL

  • PLTL workshops integrate AI elements vital for business data analytics

  • Increased personal literacy and familiarity with utilizing AI tools in teaching

  • Ability to create data visualizations and interpret data accurately for students

  • Promotes a practical understanding of AI applications within the field

Challenges Faced in Teaching

  • Students' low attendance can affect engagement and effectiveness

  • Encountering disruptive behavior from students affecting overall class dynamics

  • Need for addressing challenges through measures such as encouraging voluntary attendance and providing a supportive classroom environment

Additional Support Needed

  • Suggestion for optional workshops for PLTL leaders to refresh content knowledge

  • Call for greater appreciation and support from the school for PLTL leaders' efforts

  • Importance of recognition for the non-compensated work of PLTL leaders compared to paid teaching assistants

Recommendation of PLTL Program

  • Recommendation depends on individual goals—valuable for skill building but not financially rewarding

  • Great opportunity for gaining teaching experience and leveraging it for future career options

  • Encouragement for colleagues to pursue PLTL to enhance their educational experience

Reflection on Attendance Issues

  • Attendance records should reflect the desired level of participant engagement

  • Discussion on improving policies to incentivize attendance and consequently enhance the learning experience

  • Suggestions include providing rewards to students who consistently attend PLTL sessions, such as certificates

Conclusion

  • Acknowledgment of the feedback being sent to Dr. Zhou for improvements in PLTL effectiveness next year

  • Overall positive experience shared by participants in PLTL workshops, emphasizing both personal growth and contributions to helping peers.