Absolutely. Highly qualified Instructors are assigned to classes of 20-30 students, usually representing as many countries, and the instructor is available to answer student's questions and offer support. The University of the People student body hails from 194 countries worldwide, inspiring interesting dialogue between peers, and offers students alternative perspectives to their own. University of the People's pedagogical model is based on an online collaborative learning environment that promotes a culture of shared learning, dialog among peers, interaction and peer-to-peer teaching and assessment, and utilizes open-source technology along with open educational resources.
Peer-to-peer interaction is a hallmark of the UoPeople program and central to the learning process. The UoPeople small online classroom setting allows for a community of supportive collective peer thinkers and teachers. Professors focus on each student's needs and provide full support; while creating a community for students to work cooperatively and assist one another. Students share their experiences, so that knowledge-sharing and motivational support occurs on a peer-to-peer level, creating an open space for students to learn, share ideas, ask questions, and generate solutions pertaining to their academic experiences. Students are also provided with technical support throughout their studies in the classroom.
Each student will be connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who will remain with them until program completion. The student's personal Program Advisor acts as his/her support system throughout their studies. He/she will be happy to answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student's studies.