Benefits of a Study Group

1. A study group can be beneficial in many ways. Here are the most important benefits:
   
2. A support group can “pick you up” when you find that your motivation to study is slipping. The other group members can be a source of encouragement.
   
3. You may be reluctant to ask a question in class. You will find it easier to do so in a small study group.
   
4. You may become more committed to study because the group members are depending on your presentation and participation. You will not want to let them down.
   
5. Group members will listen and discuss information and concepts during the study sessions. These activities add a strong auditory dimension to your learning experience.
   
6. One or more group members are likely to understand something you do not. They may bring up ideas you never considered.
   
7. You can learn valuable new study habits from the other group members.
   
8. You can compare your class notes with those of the other group members to clarify your notes and fill in any gaps.
   
9. Teaching/explaining information and concepts to the other group members will help you reinforce your mastery of the information and concepts.
   
10. Let’s face it – studying can sometimes be boring. Interacting with the other group members can make studying enjoyable.