8 Stages
Great tools to help when speaking with students about their reasons for wanting to withdrawl from school.
I really like this section. Without know it, I have used them when helping students stay in school who are facing many issues in their personal life. It is nice to have a name for the stages though.
What is so important to me is listening, for you can really learn alot about the student and key in on the real problem. It also helps to have been a probation officer and know the many resources in the community available for people who are at risk.
Mary Willaims, Instructor
I admit, I find that I "hit and miss" a few of the stages. It's great to see it broken down, ordered and defined. But all and all I related to the "Bottom Line" to build trust, show our commitment, encourage and ALWAYS remind them of the vision of success. No one wants to fail. When a person makes the choice to become a student, I highly doubt they plan to drop out. Intervention with these steps will help retention dramatically. Thank you!
Great road map when talking with students
I agree with you Charles. I informally use most of them when presented with a problem, but not always in an organided startegy. This road map makes it a lot easier to help our students move through their road blocks.
Will you train faculty and support staff on how to use these tools?
