CÉIM is available to approximately 1,650 1st year students studying: • Engineering & Construction Management • Geography • Law (all programmes including BA Law) • Political Science & Sociology • Psychology Based on the well-evidenced Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) model used in over 30 countries, CÉIM was initiated by NUI Galway Students’ Union in 2013 and is run as a partnership between students, academic staff and the Students’ Union. CÉIM supports 1st year students to: • Transition successfully to NUI Galway • Make friends in their discipline • Succeed academically • Develop study skills • Practice transferable skills • Complete their studies How it works Weekly CÉIM online peer learning sessions are student led and are about working collaboratively in small groups to develop independent learning skills, discuss new topics on the course, prepare for upcoming assignments and exams, and have some fun! The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, and students are encouraged to ask any questions they may have about NUI Galway and their course. Regular CÉIM participants are awarded a Collaborative Learner digital badge. Impact of CÉIM • Regular CÉIM attendees on average achieve higher grades (11-31% higher) than irregular and non-attendees • 75% of 1st year students surveyed in 2018/19 say CÉIM helped them make friends What 1st year students say about CÉIM CÉIM has been the highlight of my academic year. It was probably the only place where I actually got to know and talk to people throughout the year.’ 2020/21 1st year student (May 2021) ‘CÉIM has been the best part of my first year in college.’ 2020/21 1st year student (May 2021) ‘It provided a welcoming space to receive guidance and support from more experienced students.’ 2020/21 1st year student (May 2021) www.su.nuigalway.ie/ceim
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