Students who are interested in forming study groups should seek out peers in their classes who would like to join them. The group will decide how best to study for their class. If needed, the group may seek help from the instructor or the learning assistant for that department. Study groups are free and are open to everyone. While it is not necessary to inform your instructor that you are taking part in a study group, it couldn't hurt.
Most professors appreciate a student's extra efforts and attempts to improve.
Faculty members will participate in study groups based on their own preference. They are not the necessary component of a successful study group. It will be up to members of the study groups to maintain contact with the instructor of the course regarding the material studied by the group, should questions arise. The duration of a study group session will depend on the topic and need. Study groups are flexible.