Supplemental InstructionSupplemental Instruction (SI) is an academic support model that utilizes peer assisted study sessions. The SI program targets traditionally difficult academic courses and provides regularly scheduled, out-of-class review sessions. The SI study sessions are informal seminars in which students compare notes, discuss readings and develop organizational tools and predict test items. This form of academic assistance is attached directly to selected courses at the undergraduate, graduate and professional school levels. SI services are announced at the beginning of each semester by the course professor and SI leader. This program was developed at UMKC in 1973 and is used in hundreds of colleges and universities around the world. The center also conducts training workshops and provides technical assistance to other institutions.
Video-Based Supplemental InstructionThe Video-Based Supplemental Instruction program (VSI) is a highly structured approach to learning that helps students master course content as they develop and refine reasoning and critical thinking skills. In VSI, professors of core curriculum courses record their lectures on videotape and students are enrolled in a video section of the college course. In the video sections, trained facilitators use the taped lectures as a tool and guide students through the learning cycle.
Upward BoundProject First/Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program authorized by Congress through the Higher Education Act. Upward Bound provides tutorial sessions, college and academic advising, spring break college tours, ACT/SAT workshops, financial aid workshops, student leadership conferences and a six-week summer residential experience to first-generation/low-income high school students. UMKC Upward Bound has produced alumni that have completed graduate school, are currently enrolled in medical school, law school, or are in successful careers.
UMKC Coaching ProgramThe UMKC Coaching Program provides first-year students with the skills necessary for their journey at UMKC by assisting them in becoming engaged with the University community and promoting lifelong learning through critical thinking and social awareness. Each student is paired with a peer coach who works one-on-one with the student to set goals, refine study skills and explore resources available at the University. Additionally, students are placed in groups led by UMKC faculty or staff members. The groups meet weekly to enhance critical-thinking skills and study skills.
JumpstartJumpstart Kansas City is a local affiliate site of Jumpstart for Young Children, Inc. This campus-based AmeriCorps program recruits, trains and pairs work-study supported college students with preschool children in Head Start and other low-income early learning programs. Throughout the school year and through a special summer program, college students help preschool children develop the skills needed to be successful in school. Jumpstart focuses on promoting school success for young children, encouraging strong family involvement and training college students to be future teachers and leaders.
Advanced Preparation ProgramThe Advanced Preparation Program (APP) is a collaborative program involving both Academic and Student Affairs. The program's purpose is to admit students who have a high probability of success at UMKC, but do not meet admission criteria. Students participating in the program will take part in a carefully-coordinated program and support activities to increase their success at UMKC. These include academic advisement, counseling and mentoring and enrollment in courses that develop essential academic skills and knowledge.
Math Resource CenterThe Math Resource Center (MRC) is dedicated to providing individual attention to math students, and to increasing retention efforts. The MRC is staffed by trained part-time tutors who offer assistance to UMKC students at no additional cost. Students may work individually or in small groups with tutors. Textbooks, solution manuals, videotapes, content-specific handouts and study guides are also available.
UMKC Trustees' Scholars ProgramThe Center for Academic Development (CAD), in conjunction with the Trustees, Admissions, Financial Aid, Residential Life and other Student Affairs departments, coordinates the UMKC Trustees' Scholars Program. The UMKC Trustees' Scholars Program is an exciting scholarship that provides a fully funded, full educational and experiential program to a select group of 10 entering freshman seeking an undergraduate degree at UMKC. Students must meet two of the three academic criteria: 3.0 or higher ACT, top 5 percent of his/her high school class and/or a 3.5 cumulative high school GPA in the core unit curriculum. n addition, all recipients are evaluated on their proven community or school involvement and leadership ability.
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