🎓 CRLA Concepts
What does CRLA stand for?
College Reading and Learning Association
Which peer educator typically attends lectures with students?
SI Leader
What is retrieval practice?
Actively recalling information from memory, like using flashcards or practice quizzes.
What should you do if you don’t know the answer to a student’s question?
Be honest, then model how to find the answer or refer them to another resource.
Where would you refer a student who needs help with writing?
The Writing Center
What is one benefit of being CRLA certified?
It validates training quality, adds to a resume, and shows a commitment to professional development.
Which role focuses on coaching rather than content tutoring?
Peer Academic Coach or Student-Ready Peers
Name a tool that supports spaced practice.
5-Day Study Plan, or using a calendar to schedule review sessions.
What should you do if a student becomes emotional during a session?
Pause the session, validate their emotions, and refer them to a professional resource like CAPS.
Where can students go for mental health support?
CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)
Name one level of CRLA training and a topic it might include.
Level 1: Active Listening or Study Skills;Level 2: Stress Management or Probing Questions; Level 3: Professional Communication or Cognitive Learning Strategies
Name one difference between an SI Leader and a Tutor.
SI Leaders attend class and plan sessions for the whole group; tutors meet individually and don't attend class.
What’s one way to help a student identify ineffective study behaviors?
Ask them to describe how they study, then gently guide them toward more evidence-based strategies.
What’s a good response if a student complains about their professor?
Listen without judgment, redirect focus to the material, and avoid agreeing or taking sides.
What office helps students explore academic majors?
University Advising & Engagement Center
True or False: All peer educator roles require CRLA certification.
False – but it’s great professional development
What is one thing all peer educator roles have in common?
They support student success through peer-to-peer learning and collaboration.
Give an example of interleaving in a study session.
Mixing math problem types or reviewing multiple chapters instead of one topic at a time.
What do you do if you realize you're doing too much of the talking in a session?
Pause and ask an open-ended question to re-engage the student in their own learning.
Name a study support resource other than the ASC.
Math LRC, Chemistry Clinic, Writing Center
What does ITTPC stand for, and why is it important?
International Tutor Training Program Certification; ensures consistent, high-quality tutor training.
Describe the role of a Student Ready Peer.
They connect students to campus resources and help create a welcoming, inclusive environment.
What is the difference between a study skill and a study behavior?
Study skills are techniques (like note-taking); behaviors are habits or routines (like planning time to study).
How do you redirect a student who is clearly unprepared for the session?
Set session expectations, guide them in prioritizing what they can do now, and suggest ways to prepare in the future.
How would you refer a student to CAPS if they are in distress?
Gently express concern, walk them through the referral steps, and offer to go with them if appropriate.