While I am a believer that face-to-face intervention is the most effective, I can see where students might be more willing to open up to a computer. Just look at some Facebook posts. People post some of the most private things there.

It appears colleges are putting the stress of student retention on the faculty. This is leads to faculty burn-out of not being able to focus on their main role of course development and being prepared for their lectures. As anyone see this as a problem?

I do not believe we should be easy on students, but I believe we can take difficult concepts or tasks and break them down to smaller bites. The students can then experience success (many don't know what success feels like)right away, and build momentum as the material gets increasingly difficult.

Unfortunately, I find the instructor is often the one blamed when a student is not retained. There are so many factors outside of the instructor's control and sometimes, the student is just not a good "fit" for the school. The instructor does have a duty to alert the team as soon as he or she is aware there might be a problem.

As instructor, my job is not exclusive to teaching only.  I also believe that I play an important role in keeping the numbers up.  However, retention to me is not only about keeping students.  It is about keeping students, making them happy and making sure they stay happy.  I have former students who still contact me to tell me that their bosses are impressed with them and they thank me because I helped make it happen.  Then they recommend the school to their friends.  I'm sure I'm not the only one who gets this kind of feedback. 

 

I also taught in an institution that had to have two graduation cermonies in one day because the place could not hold more than 500 graduates at the same time.  Out of the 500 and so graduates, only a few got the education and training that they needed to keep or at least get a job.  Retention numbers were high because students chose to stay where things were done their way--the easy way.

I previously shared that my students and I are business partners. The same relationship must exist between instructors and administration. As an instructor, while I believe in delivering quality education and producing quality graduates, I also believe in the importance of numbers. By working together and being consistent, the administration and the academic force can successfully mold students into better individuals, both personally and professionally. Tough love is what I'm talking about.

On day one I tell my students that we are like business partners. Their goals are my goals, and it is my business to help them reach their potential. As "business partners" we will work together to achieve their goals, and together we will do our best to make that happen. Together we will identify their SWOT and work on them just like business partners. It is important to me that they feel and believe that their success is also my success.

Sometimes I find that my students have such a self-destructive attitude. They compete with each other and try to undermine each other. They have developed very poor skills when it comes to working as a team. They look for fault or reasons they can't succeed, rather than buckling down and making the most of the situation They don't realize that they will ultimately lose if they continue that behavior. How much is the instructor responsible for in these types of situations? I want my students to succeed. What can I do to help them succeed and realize their dreams?

Guidance or direction helping a student to obtain a goal when they have no idea or support system is a very tough job. Why is that because lack of family support can cause a student to fall back into HABEs'" establishing that connect believe system and seeing them get that job and diploma brings both the student , family and instructor great joy. That's why we enjoy being an educator. Testimonial

With the onslaught of online degree programs, I ponder the implementation of online orientation and its ability to successfully acclimate and on-board student learners. Has anyone implemented an online orientation program or a hybrid online-onground orientation program?

Its so important for students to understand what their strengths are, and which areas they need to further develop. I love introducing them to various personal assessments (such as True Colours) to help them understand more about themselves and the people around them.

School events are a great way for students to get to know each other. I try to provide opportunities in the classroom for students to bond with each other, but it would be nice if there were more opportunites outside of the classroom. Aleesa

Typically, what percentage of students are retained when early intervention stratgies are used? What are some of the Best Practices for these stratgies in the industry today?

I really like the idea of having a formal mentoring program. Is this an option for our Concorde students?

I think these are a great way to find out whether or not the student has a strong understanding of the program they are interested in attending. Sometimes students are not aware of what they're getting themselves into, and by the time they find out it's too late. Aleesa

Out of all the classes that i have thought I notice that students are intrested in their grades To them it is an accomplishment and all so motivating. Students tend to see there strong points and their weak points so they can improve on it.

The course literature states: "As you plan orientation and mentoring programs the most important things to remember are: Orientation and mentoring are among the many 'optional' services to offer students." Question one on the quiz is "Orientation programs can be optional for most programs." I don't really know about most schools and colleges but I have never had to make it mandatory in my experiences in different schools. It is highly encouraged and recommended. Can someone clarify this for me?

I have my heart in educating students and I must say that they are so appreciative of my efforts to work with them. Although I do follow the policies and procedures of the program and stick to them, my students understand that they need to all have an equal education and equal accountability. Tutoring sessions are a place to not only educate our students, but to get to know them and share some experiences. It is also a good time to share with them channels of communication between them and me and the college support systems also. It makes a big difference to these students to know we are here if they need us!

Use graduating students as mentors and advocates for the school

Early, Early, Early!!!See a problem developing make a group effort to find the source without embaracing student