A Hierarchical Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship Model In a Large Online Psychology Course

Barcelona, Spain · May 2026

Posters · How We Know: Methods, Measurement & Open Science

Tyler Favier
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.

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A Hierarchical Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship Model In a Large Online Psychology Course

Abstract

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