Linking Relationships to Retention | Origin: EL201
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Online Communication: Engaging and Retaining Online Learners --> Linking Relationships to Retention
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
It's important to build a relationship with the students.
How the whole institution as a whole makes a big difference why the students stay in school. This is based on how the student feel they are welcome and belong to the institution.
Maintaining an approachable and upbeat environment can reduce student anxiety, encourage engagement, and promote open communication. Overall, this positive campus climate benefits students by supporting their learning and success while also fostering strong teamwork, collaboration, and morale among institutional personnel.
I have learned from this module being open and available as a point of contact especially in online training is imperative to student retention. And making ourselves available to answer questions in a 24- 48 hours window allows students to stay engaged in their learning process.
Teaching with respect means valuing students opinions, background, and learning pace.
Having a strong alliance means students feel comfortable, respected, and supported by instructors and staff.
There is a difference between customer service and helping students.
Creating a working alliance is the best way to retain students.
Through this module, I learned that campus climate and culture play a critical role in shaping the experiences, engagement, and success of both students and institutional personnel. A positive campus climate is not created by policies alone; it is built through relationships, communication, trust, inclusivity, and a shared commitment to learning and growth. I also gained a deeper understanding of the importance of fostering strong working alliances between students and staff to support student achievement, persistence, and overall well-being.
As an Esthetics Instructor at Ogle School Stafford, I intend to apply these learnings by continuing to create a welcoming, supportive, and student-centered classroom environment. I will focus on building meaningful relationships with students, providing consistent feedback, and ensuring that all students feel seen, heard, and valued. I also plan to seek out more opportunities for student voice and input, encouraging students to take an active role in their learning experience and professional development.
Additionally, I will continue collaborating with colleagues and campus personnel to strengthen support systems for students and contribute positively to the overall campus culture. By intentionally fostering trust, belonging, and engagement, I can help create an environment where students are empowered to develop the confidence, skills, and professionalism needed to succeed in the esthetics industry.
Student teacher communication has to be on one accord in order for balance, having different personalities and interacting to build trust and accomplishing success.
This module has taught me that communication really is the mist important for a healthy climate and relationship with your students. As an educator making sure everyone is comfortable and on the same page sets up a space that is ready to be sat in for learning day in and day out.
I have learned in this module that facilitating learning online will require setting an expectation for students to not only enjoy learning but to have better retention.
This module emphasized the importance of fostering relationships to aid in student retention. I will continue being supportive in my approach and educating students, while also giving them a feeling of being welcomed and accepted into the learning environment
The numbers do not lie. How you start will impact how you end...or if you even make it to finishing what you started. Furthermore, showing a since or community/belongingness is vital and impactful to retention. Lastly, making sure POCs are clearly identified and it being made as public knowledge how to access/meet with these individuals.
Communication is key and that works both ways. Us to students and letting students know that is the expectation of them as well, to communicate with us. We are here to help and find ways to make this education possible but we don't know if there is an issue unless they come to us and have the trust in us.
Linking is the base to transform information in a educational performance, because if the students does not match or gain attention to stay they only works to pass in the basic way.
A big issue is time constraints. As an Adjunct, I spend a great deal of time responding to discussion posts, and answering emails. On top of that grading needs to get done. I already work more hours than is contracted for. I do it because I care, but I another, full-time job, where I get health insurance and try to earn a living. My time is just limited.
This module taught me that strong communication and relationships help improve student engagement and retention. I plan to continue being approachable supportive and consistent, with all students.
Tinto's module has been in practice for many years and continues to be a module to review and learn from. It makes sense to work to cultivate a relationship early on with students and find ways to offer an open door policy or open channels of communication. In particular, being a new freshmen on a larger or busy campus can be overwhelming and intimidating.
I have learned out of this module to have a strong working alliance with the students and faculty. To be open and honest, make sure I have empathy. I need to make sure the students know that I am reachable.
