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

How does this affect other students in same cohort

finding new ways to keep students excited

New teaching strategies can help keep students interested

The first week of school, have the student go to each facultyand staff name on the paper and have them sign their sheet every morning. Students should have at least five signature on their sheet. The student should address the person by name and say good morning. If the student do not address you by name, then the student have to address two other people to make up for that one.

During orientation, having the students introducing themselves to each other is a great idea. Also have the first instructor the students are going to meet attend the orientation so the students will be familiar with him/her on the first day of school. On the first day, give the students a scavenger hunt list and have them go to some of the facultyand staff for signature. This will help them to familiarize themselves with the staff instead of being afraid or intimidated by them.

Find a word game sounds great as a class electricity game.(Use the ten main words in the electricity chapter, place them around your department and other departments that uses electricity and have the student find the word, then add the definition to the word when they get back to class). The person with the most correct answere win a small prize. You will be surprise to find how hard students will work for a sucker.

To ensure students success, try not to be more of a friend than an instructor. That line is easy to cross when try to gather information to what the students need inside and outside of the classroom

The course mentions that some schools are using "web-based retention intervention system that provides students with a confidential, non-confrontational, non-judgmental way to contact school personnel". My school does not do this and I'd like to know if anyone here has experience with this technique and what the results are?