General Strategies for Student Retention | Origin: ED102
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Studies have shown that the human factor in the learning environment is the most import factor in student retention. Being enthusiastic and excited about the subject matter will help motivate student learning. Positive reinforcement shows a 40 percent increase in student achievement.
The idea of making a big deal out of little things, like the tiny holidays, to bring a bit of levity into the class is a fun idea!
I learned to get to know my students, create a supportive and positive learning environment, help your students to set personal and realistic goals. I learned that students need to stay engaged through active involvement such as group discussions, problem solving exercises, labs, etc. Building personal connections with students to help them know that you care about them and want to help them achieve their personal goals.
Learned the human element to teaching and learned that it goes beyond presenting material and giving test. Excited to use this in my approach to be more connected with students so that they feel respected and like they have chosen the right path.
Liked to idea of helping students debrief from another class. I have helped students debrief on a few occasions – it really helped to build rapport with them.
Being enthusiastic about the topic your teaching will not only help the students digest information but will get them excited about their own learning. I plan on having fun in the classroom to not only give my students a great experience but to make my time teaching a blast.
I learned that showing the student that we as instructors are human and can have positive interactions while maintaining on topic.
This part discussed various ways to keep students in the program. This includes showing the students that we are human by being caring and fair, treating them with respect, and having clear expectations. In the classroom itself, make the environment engaging, show enthusiasm for the content, and create a fun learning environment.
Allowing all the students to be "kids" seems perfect. Who doesn't like playing games or winning a pizza party etc.
WE NEED TO PRODUCE A COMFORTABLE TEACHING AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT.
I learned that student retention relies heavily on creating a supportive environment. Going forward, I want to maintain clear communication, keeping track of attendance and a students participation.
This lesson taught me the importance of creating a comfortable environment for learning.
I learned that bringing good energy to the classroom is a must.
I learned that showing a sense of enthusiasm is crucial to increase retention of the course material. I will use this information when I teach by reminding myself before class starts that I need to not only feel inwardly excited about the material but also make sure that my enthusiasm is shown outwardly.
Throughout these courses I have learned of the importance of fun in the classroom. The material being a fun interactive thing for the students is great for them to learn. The relationship of instructor student must still be respected but there is no reason we cannot have fun together.
Comment on Toni Harrington's post: Love it. I feel like they take greater ownership in their learning when rewarded.
I think keeping things light in the classroom as much as possible will help with the overall student performance. As long as expectations are met, I believe keeping a fun learning environment helps build confidence and relieves pressure of everyday life for students and instructors alike.
One thing I have learned about student retention is that keeping students engaged goes beyond simply teaching the material. Building a good relationship with students, setting clear expectations, encouraging participation, and providing positive feedback can make a big difference in whether students stay motivated throughout the program.
I intend to apply these strategies by creating a classroom environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and learning from them. I also think it is important to recognize when a student may be struggling and address it early instead of waiting until they fall too far behind.
Building a rapport with students, encouraging participation, positive feedback, treating students with respect, setting realistic expectations and remembering to include fun activities that promote a positive classroom culture.
