Linking Relationships to Retention | Origin: EL201
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
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.
Empathy in education is defined as the capacity of instructors, staff, and administrators to proactively recognize and act sensitively (compassionately) to a student's perceptions, emotional needs, and experiences. Creating a supportive environment allows students to be visible as human beings, not as robotic agents that digest new knowledge. We need to consider our behavior with the goal of not only enhancing students’ engagement and learning process, but to also handle them gently to promote their mental well-being. I am reminded of a saying that incorporates the need to “walk a mile” in a person’s “moccasins.” It is attributed to a poem, “Judge Softly” by Mary T. Lathrap (dated 1895). We do not know the burdens that our students and other members of the learning community experience, so being empathetic is a necessary part of being humane.
Faculty and students need to have a mutual supportive and open communication in order to create a positive learning environment.
This institution is focused on creating a positive learning atmosphere for students where they feel supported and free to ask questions
Comment on Ricky Crayton's post: Agreed, and taking the initial steps can support and motivate those who are a little more reserved about asking for help. I find meeting them where they are is a good approach.
Reinforces how students who feel supported and connected and a sense of community are more likely to succeed and grow.
Important concepts from this module and how they can be applied in real-life situations. I plan to use this knowledge to improve my understanding and apply the strategies in my work and daily tasks.
will use to have a better aproach with my students.
Creating an open working relationship with students encourages their ongoing learning and completion of the program. Creating a good rapport lets students know they are valued and seen.
Building confidence, encouraging them to continue to be the best and they can be build a great relationship
Making sure students always feel welcome heard and seen while in the classroom and clinic floor. Reassuring them that they matter, their voice matters and guiding them through rough spots. Checking for understanding of lessons.
Strong, intentional relationship, are one of the most influential factors student retention and success.
I will continue to use warmth and respect when communicating with students.
usse empathy and keep a neutral enviornment
For myself, I want to know how to balance the student/instructor relationship with the professional/future professional relationship between myself and my students. Communication and points of contact are huge to help meet needs that are present! You have to know about the need to be able to meet it so to be able to create a relationship of trust will help to open up the communication piece.
I thought it was a good course. Students struggle with more than just learning. It's good to be mindful and offer a helping hand so there's no self doubt stepping into this field.
I have learned how to better approach my students with the mindset of helping their growth not by placating them but developing a position to hold them accountable for their own success and offering support.
Educating in a blended atmosphere has its challenges. However, I feel its necessary to stay connected with the student/students and help become protective in their education. Provide resources to help with student retention.
Check-in in with them consistently throughout the program & atleast 24hrs after course completion
I have learned to better develop mechanisms for students to become integrated into the college community and to use more frequent communications in my courses to see that they engage with the opportunities provided.
