APS
2026 APS Annual Convention · 2026
A Hierarchical Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship Model In a Large Online Psychology Course
Session: Teaching Session: Posters
Authors
- Tyler FavierPresenting Author
University of Michigan - Megan Touchstone
University of Florida - Hope Schroeder
University of Florida - Caroline Casper
University of Florida - Brittany Barrows
University of Florida - Madisyn Jennings
University of Florida - Madelyn Walk
University of Florida - Valeria Prudnikova
Eastern Florida State College - Wendy Rosché
University of Florida - Brian Higley
The Building Blocks to Excellence, LLC
Abstract
We developed and utilized a hierarchical teaching assistantship model for a 300-student online psychology course. Through tiered oversight, structured mentorship, and weekly discussion forums, the model revealed high grading efficiency, enhanced student engagement, and created numerous professional development opportunities for undergraduate teaching assistants.
