As an instructor it is important to understand the barriers that a student might face when attending college. We need to be able to do our best to help them so that they can excel in their learning.
Key to what I read:
The institution itself can contribute to low retention in a variety of ways. Students with disabilities who cannot find help might leave in frustration. A student suffering economic distress may not be aware of the many avenues of financial aid available. A basic lack of information- whether accessed in person, by phone, or by website- can inhibit a student's road to success. --> something we all should be aware of!
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Understanding that outside factors can be challenges for students, and as an instructor it my job to help to encourage the student and guide them.
After reading this discussion, I will take into consideration that each student has different situations, barriers, and lifestyles that may affect their learning experience. As an instructor I need to realize that adults learn differently than children. I will do my best to support and assist students with references available to enhance learning.
you can never underestimate the impact outside factors can have on retention, just listening to students challenges with work life balance can help you to find solutions and find additional support for students in danger of quitting
Student satisfaction is influential by in recruiting prospective applicants as well as meeting and exceeding students' expectations which affects retention of consumers.
Helpful to know financial aid resources available to students especially if financial issues arise causing them distress with their academic progression.
There are several factors to consider when it comes to adult learning. We should try to eliminate, to the best of our ability, any barriers that would cause a student to not succeed.
We often assess academic barrier. I have learned the importrance of assessing nonacademic barrier in the adult learner as well.
I learned about the many factors that play a role in the retention and success of adult students.
Understanding unique situation of individual student is important for student retension.
This is similar to working with patients in that unrelated barriers can limit their success.
I that teachers need to help with any tyoe of baarriers that the student's have. We need to have open communication with them. It is important to help them be able to suceed. I always tell my clinical students if they are having any issues please let me know. Week 5 of a 12 week term can be to late.
I have learned that adult learners have peculiar characteristics and several factors come into play that hinder them from remaining in school. As an educator, I can help address some of these challenges.
Hello I'm Ashley and, what I've encountered first hand and learned in this course is the adversity that adult faces determines their livelihoods. As they are furthering their education to better themeselves they still have real life situations that could affect student retention . Some are on the fence and gain new worries and anxiety with wanting and trying to complete school or paying their bills. It is important to exercise and develop resources so that student can be successful by any means .As intructors we must empathize but remain assertive .
I will make sure that I am encouraging every student and treating them as an individual instead of as a combine class. Encourage rhetorical questions and allow them to speak and convey their thoughts.
I have learned that student retention is extremely important as well as releasing the barriers that we may have in place.
I see that students have not only their own commitments but also sometimes have aging parents, grandchildren they are raising and it becomes a lot for them. I agree that helping them to eliminate barriers and being accessible to them is essential for the student to be successful.
What I have learned is that many things cause an adult learner to not finish school. The common issues are children, jobs, aging parents, and not having the time to complete the courses. Coming up with resources for adult students would be very beneficial to helping adult students finish.
