1. Acknowledge student achievements through award programs.
2. Take the students to a field trip.
3. Provide a suggestion box.
We already participate in most of the steps discussed. I will develope a student ambassador program in my class to assist new students.
will try to have an individual sit down with each student per week
be more aware when outside distractions keep students from being successful
try to set up field trips that let them see what the options are for you in the work force
l. Invite a guest speaker in the students' field of study.
2. Invite a former student that is now employed to motivate the current students. This will help them believe that they too can succeed.
3. Plan a class project that incorporates peer mentoring.
1. Make more personal contact with my students
2. Be sure the students are fully aware of all the resources they have access to.
3. Make sure I am always available to all of my students to address any need or concern they may have.
1. Keep the students motivated.
2. Promote positive attitude toward their career choice.
3. More communication
We used to have a person that worked kind of like a counselor that we refered to each time a student was facing a challenge or had attendance problems. This helped a lot with retention as sh also did "rounds"going into classrooms following up with the students ans so on. However, that position was eliminated so we are all now juggling those responsibilities among ourselves. It's unfortunate because most of the time the students see the instructors as an authoritative figure (same as "Mom" or "Dad") so they do not feel confident enough to approach us.
As an adjunct instructor, I have very little impact on institutional policies and practices. However, I can and do (1) watch for attitudinal changes in my students, (2) intervene when I perceive a problem, and (3) make recommendations at scheduled institutional meetings I attend.
I think we need to make sure that all staff is on board with making the student feel that we are committed to their success. I think instructors often get fed up or "done" with certain students and it may convey a disinterest in their success. I would also like to revamp the orientation program in a way that more effectively communicates information and where to go later if you have questions about it. We also don't have much mentorship outside of what naturally happens in the classroom. The student council is currently working on peer to peer mentorship programs.
Provide clear expectations for the students and goals they can work toward.
Have guest speakers come in to share real life examples with the students.
Come to each class excited to be there.
I will improve communication through meeting more with instructors to discuss student issues and their concerns. I will also provide more information in the school newsletter. The last thing is to create a complete list of personnel and their tasks within the program. This will aide in knowing where to send a student for answers.
Jerry, could you share some details about the provisional program? Who qualifies? How long is it? What's the success rate? etc.
Keep a positive attitude, communicate with students who are having trouble in class, encourage students to communicate.
We have a provisional program for new students. A group of these students are assigned a mentor (an instructor from their program). These groups meet once a week during their provisional period. Program directors go to each class twice a quarter and discuss any issues the students have and try and quell the rumor mill. We also provide a Christmas lunch for day stuedents and a Christmas supper for night students.
I intend to continue giving positive feedback (written and orally), try to present information in ways that cater to different learning styles, have clear objectives and instructions, include more group work, have conferences with students, have a guest speaker or two, and give a perfect attendance award to students who achieve it in my classes.
1. Identify student's goals for the program.
2.Implement a plan that helps student follow thrugh with goals.
3. Track student progress each step of the way
Be clear each and every day on how the day's lesson will impact them in their chosen career path. Show enthusiam for job-well-done by all students, especially ones who tend to hang back and be more shy... and continue to support all departments and staff so that we have continuity and open dialogue among ourselves and toward the students. I currently am working on a field trip for my students which has them super excited to be in my class!
1. Implement a field trip each term to keep the overall goal in mind and highlight the expectations of the students' long term success
2. Identify peer mentors in the class to sit and work with newer students to help make them feel more comfortable.
3. Put a suggestion box in the classroom that I can collect routinely. Making appropriate changes within the class and possibly share ideas with the campus when it involves suggestions for outside the class.
Smile more often!
Take a few more deep breaths...
Keep calm and carry on.
1. Design and schedule workshops on study tips, research process, and computer basics from the library staff.
2. Provide an activity that will include the faculty, staff, and students in a social opportunity (like a treasure hunt at the library) with refreshments.
3. Recognize/award a peer tutor for his/her contribution to student success in the library's Tutoring Program.
