Learning Center: Instructor Manual

The University College Bepko Learning Center

Instructor Manual Table of Contents

Section I: The Bepko Learning Center Program Overview

• Program History
• Philosophy, Vision, and Mission Statement
• What Is a Mentor?
• Learning Center Roles and Positions Defined
• Emphasis on Collaborative Learning
• Responsibilities of Scholarship Recipients
• Mentor Dress Code

Section II: Structured Learning Assistance (SLA)

• Overview of SLA
• Position Description
• SLA Mentor’s Typical Week
• SLA Expectations

Section III: Supplemental Instruction (SI)

• Overview of SI
• Position Description
• SI Mentor’s Typical Week
• SI Expectations
• Increasing SI Attendance

Section IV: Bepko Learning Center Assessment and Achievements

• Mentor Evaluation Criteria
• Mentor Evaluation Rubric
• Mentor Observation Form
• SLA Program Assessment
• SI Program Assessment
• Program Achievements

Section V: University College (UCOL) Mentoring Courses

• UCOL Mentoring Courses and Descriptions
• UCOL U204 Sample Abstracts

Section VI: Resources to Assist Faculty and Students

• Responsibilities and Expectations
• Other Considerations in Working with Mentors
• The Instructor-Mentor Agreement
• Recommending a Potential Mentor
• The Resource Desk
• Tutoring Program
• Study Skills Mentoring and Workshops

Section VII: Events and Other Information

• Academic Mentor Training
• IUPUI’s Mentoring Symposium
• The Mentor Celebration
• Exam Jams
• Biology Mentoring Roundtables (BMRs)
• Psychology (B104) Meetings