Having questions or getting stuck on something is entirely expected in the learning process. If you find something challenging with your studies, that is a sign you are learning! Learning is not something that you need to do alone though! In fact, connecting with your peers or asking a member of the course staff for help can add extreme depth to your knowledge.
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Office hours are an excellent resource for asking questions, getting guidance on assignments, and connecting with other students! TAs hold over 20 hours of office hours per week.
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You can attend Office hours hosted by any TA — it doesn’t have to be the TAs of your section. Office hours can be hosted in-person or over Zoom, so be sure to check the calendar event’s location for specific information on joining a particular OH.
If there are a lot of people at one time, we might ask you to queue by writing your name down on the whiteboard. Otherwise, we will try to walk through and check-in on everyone’s progress from time to time.
In-person office hours are held in the 3rd floor breakout area in the Allen Center (CSE) building. The breakout space is located by the atrium staircase and has whiteboards, couches, and windows that overlook AERB and MEB. Here are some pictures of what they look like.
Both James and Ruth also hold office hours in their offices, which are particularly useful for conceptual questions or questions about broader topics in computing.