A Proposed Mathematical Optimization Approach for Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Selection and Tutorial Scheduling

• Published in: Transactions on education
• Main Authors: Palma, Cristian D., González-Brevis, Pablo, Riffo, Pamela A., Montenegro, Nicolás S.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: INFORMS 13.08.2025
• Subjects: mathematical modelling; students’ engagement; tutorial sessions; undergraduate teaching assistants; university administration

Many university courses, especially in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, include weekly tutorial sessions, offering students a more interactive and hands-on learning experience. They are taught by teaching assistants, with an increasing trend to consider undergraduate...