Retention Basics | Origin: RT101
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Improving Retention through Timely Intervention --> Retention Basics
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Creating a welcoming and fun experience helps the retention rate for our students
I learned that sometimes you can't find out a reason why a student is leaving school. This module mentioned that most times in an exit interview, the student will give the easiest answer to be over with the process. I completely understand that as the reasons may be extremely stressful and/or embarrassing.
I think I will have to show my students that I am there for them and their success. I want them to feel they can come to me about anything that is impacting their ability to learn or come to class.
During this lesson I learned that by making a welcoming environment, having the proper resources, and hearing the needs of the students can make a successful retention in your campus.
I have learned that retention is the responsibility of everyone. I have also learned that retention can be enhanced by making changes in the campus environment. This can mean positive reinforcement, the importance of the student's connection with people at the college, and the importance of the student developing pride in their accomplishments.
Retention is everyone’s responsibility, and as a team we must consistently support our students; whether they are thriving or facing challenges.
It is a two way street with the student and the school/instructors. The student needs to show that they are there for a purpose, and it is up to the instructor to lead with that purpose and get them there.
It is important to help your students realize their potential- and also prepare them for a world where they are responsible for their own actions. I believe that there is a balance here, and if we can strike that balance, our students will stay in class
There are a multitude of reasons for student retention issues. It might be something that we cannot control or plan for. There are times when a student just needs time off, but that can be dangerous because an abandoned task is easy to ignore the longer you are away from it.
Retention is a combination of student expectations and student satisfaction. Students will not want to stay at an institution that does not clearly outline everything they need to know prior to admission, nor will they want to stay if they do not feel like they are respected by faculty and staff. Creating an environment of respect where student opinions are valued is one of the keys to retention, which is something I hope to create with the students.
There are ways to prevent students from leaving and early intervention is key.
some retentions can be avoided by talking and understanding students there are so many factors that can lead to students dropping a class we just need to listen and help out where we can we all need to interact with students more
Be aware of student involvement. Notice the signs of someone who is struggling. Retention is the responsibility of all.
All are responsible for retention.
Support for our students need to come from all departments. Although instructors may know the students the best, they may not always be the best staff member to support students who are having issues that are not curriculum related. It is important to get the student to the right staff member(s). While we cannot control the necessary drops, we can improve upon the unnecessary drops by making sure students are compatible with the program, our learning environment, and expectations before enrolling them.
That students need to be mentored from the beginning to the end of the program so that they can continue being hopeful till they graduate. That I should ensure that there is good communication between me and the students so that they don't have to keep problems to themselves then get overwhelmed hence withdraw from the program.
Retention is an Institutional effort.
This class will help me to improve student retention in higher education. Also, this class will help me to focus on the student problems in order to help them.
Retention is refered to as an institution's ability to it upgrade by reducing the percentage the percentage of students or staffs that leave the institution during a specific time frame.
Instructors are around the students the most and typically have built a good relationship with students. We as an instructor have a greater chance noticing when the student is going through something that may be pushing them from continuing with the class. As an instructor we are able to catch these early signs and either talk with the student or recommend them to another department to ensure they do not drop their class.
