Syllabus for revolutionary study groups
This page covers how to start your own study group, course formats, links to pre-made syllabi, and resources to help those leading or participating in a study group. Join an existing study group to experience and learn with others.
Starting a Study Group
First Steps
- Gather contact information
- Decide on study group size (recommended ~10-15 people)
- Choose a group host/lead, this can change each week if necessary
- Coordinate a meeting time that works with everyone's schedules (or as many as possible)
- Connect group through a chat platform
- Send out syllabus to all participants
- Request commitment for full length of study group course
Group Chat
- Choose preferred communication platform (encrypted and secure platforms especially depending on your local laws)
- Communication and discussion throughout course
- Students can communicate abscences, late prep work, etc.
Introductory Meeting for Beginner Groups
- Crit / Self Crit
- Review Study Group guidelines
- Review personal guidelines and boundaries
- Encourage active participation
Syllabus Formats
Weekly 60 minutes, no prep work
- 10 minutes: introductions and settling in
- 40 minutes: weekly theme materials and discussion questions
- 10 minutes: closing review and crit/self-crit
Weekly 90 minutes, with prep work
Prep Work should be due 24-48 hours prior to meeting, group host should review and provide notes on prep work submissions
- 10 minutes: introductions and settling in
- 30 minutes: prep work review and discuss
- 40 minutes: weekly theme materials and discussion questions
- 10 minutes: closing review and crit/self-crit
Recommended Syllabus
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