Peer-led learning only works when the people in the room actually want to learn from each other. That means creating a space where trust and ownership are built in—not just hoped for. Here’s what we’ve seen make the biggest difference at Pebble:

1. Trust.
Students have to believe in their peers. That means showing up, following through, and creating space for questions without judgment. Leaders aren’t above anyone—they’re part of the group.

2. Curiosity.
You don’t need to know everything to lead a session. What matters is asking good questions and staying interested. The best peer-led learning is driven by real curiosity, not pre-written slides.

3. Ownership.
Students need to feel like the work is theirs. When they pick the topic, build the structure, or teach what they know, they’re more invested—and they remember more.

4. Collaboration.
No one should be stuck figuring something out alone. At Pebble clubs, most of the learning happens through group projects, shared demos, and side conversations. Everyone brings something.

5. Feedback.
You can’t get better without honest reflection. We encourage leaders and participants to ask for feedback often—and act on it. This keeps things moving and keeps the group learning together.

These five values aren’t rules. They’re habits. The more you build them into the culture of a group, the stronger the learning becomes.

— Arnav Bonigala