Students seem to be better prepared for class discussion of the readings. Through the course, the journal writings tend to become longer, more elaborated, and more frequent. The anonymity of the group allows students to express themselves more freely and to students from varied backgrounds, with whom they might not normally engage in conversation. In most groups a sense of identity develops. Students express support when a member mentions a problem such as becoming ill or being stressed by exams.
Students report that they feel more like they belong to the university.
Many continue to use their email accounts and correspond with classmates and the professors after the class ended.