By the use of a learning buddy, it raises the self esteem of the buddy and their confidence. Through giving students responsibility it raises their aspirations and motivation along with many other skills.

As the students collaborate, they build deeper connections with each other and with themselves which in turn can stretch and challenge, in turn we can implement higher order thinking skills and good questioning strategies.

Much autonomy is given to the students for them to be independent, reflective, independent thinkers, self managers and to have more enquiring minds. Students then wish to research further at home, this then leads to a discussion the following session which in turn improves functional skills.

The buddy system raises awareness in equality and diversity as students connect with students at a different level, trying to understand and appreciate E&D, whether it be from a learning difficulty angle or academic level. This in turn improves the emotional well being of the student in feeling accepted at a different level.

Hi, I’d be interested if this view comes from your own experience, if so, would love to hear more details