Website: Teaching Collaborations
A Sample of Learning Assistant Programs
Katie Johnson
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I created this site as a way to share about different LA programs across the country. They are all a bit different, but each builds on the foundation of the 3 pillars of the LA model (pedagogy, practice, and prep).
Here at BU, the goal of our program is to improve student learning, both that of the LAs themselves, and of the students who are taking the courses with LAs. We also aim to prepare undergraduate students for careers in education, or careers involving educational best practices.
Our philosophy is “Learn to teach; teach to learn.” By learning how to teach, LAs don’t simply master pedagogical skills; they become lifelong learners.
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