I have learned connecting rather than correcting a student goes a long way.
I was reminded once again how the whole school has to work together towards student retention. It is not only the job of the class instructor to keep the student engaged, but the whole school. From the way they are greeted when they first enter the building, to the interaction they have with other departments, and the motivation they receive from those in charge. I have seen students light up and smile with just a simple acknowledgement from a director or student services admin. Students can tell when you really care and when you don't, so it's important to practice empathy and remind staff and faculty we are all working together for the success of each student.
Focus will be always on the students.
I've learned every positive interaction, no matter how small, has an impact on students and their learning journey. I have daily goals that align with this subject, and I recommend you all make it part of your daily routine. Make it a point to interact with at least three students every day. Ask them how they are doing and if the answer is not ideal, do ask what you can do for them. Do NOT make it business only. Do try to find out something about them you did not know before, and next time you see those students you have interacted with, ask them about what they told you. e.g. How did it go in your interview? Or, Is your father doing better?
Once you take this as part of your daily work life, you will start noticing how they light up and be surprised at you remembering your conversation and following up on it.
Student contact is imperative and essential to their success.
There are various aspects that from my experience and this training are reaffirmed. The Importance of studying the habits, attitudes, beliefs and expectations, are a coherent way to enter the world of the participants, get involved and try to provide them with a comprehensive experience that helps them explore their potential and different possibilities. From this vision, mentoring processes are effective, since they do not start from an exogenous and disconnected vision of the student. It is about carrying out work that is aware of the student's needs and providing a quality service.
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Paying attention to the students is so important! I can tell a change in a students mood when I take the time to talk to them, care about them as a person, and inquire about their feelings and opinions. It truly makes a difference.
Not only must you get to know your students as well as allow them to know you. Thru that you must model the behavior you expect to maintain in the classroom.
If students see you are human and that you lead by example it makes you more relatable and easier to get to know what your students needs are as far as learning.
I feel encouraging students, listening to their concerns will make a big impact on them. Most of them never had someone to talk too. Sharing your Ideas and and setting a good example will keep them engaged. We need to need to be a model and mentor to them throughout their education.
I have found that the Attention=Retention is true. When you take just a few moments to smile and say hello even when you're busy it makes a difference.
Students need to be understood on a personal level.
Providing students with the proper guidance can help build a relationship that could possibly make the difference between them reaching out to you and seeking help or not. Often times people will not reach out if they do not feel listened too.
In currently working with staff who have been in the industry for 20-30+ years, it has been somewhat of a transition to get them in to the thinking of leading with emotional intelligence and giving students attention. It feels like the former way of enacting the 3M's was holding students accountable because they're "supposed to be there," and "supposed to be working towards their goals." If we've learned nothing else over the years about human nature, it's that positive reinforcement breeds results. I think this module was a great overview of the best practices for all staff to use and empower our students to succeed. Students watch what we do more than anything, so if they see us staying positive amidst chaos, achieving our goals, and supporting them individually with positive remarks and healthy feedback, then they will more likely want to continue their journey. When they hear of our personal successes and see what we can do, starting in the same place as they did, it encourages them to keep learning and growing. I've found that even down to the receptionist level, it's important for them to engage students in their learning and support them by asking how they're doing or initiating that call for being absent. If the entirety of the staff are focused on the same goal and mission, then our students are more likely to stay and to succeed.
having them read slides to the class then give a description of the material in there own words
Students who receive the attention they need through mentoring, monitoring and modeling will always do better than those that don't.
Work with the students letting them know you felt the same way they do in class.
Creating an inviting open door policy and checking in with students regualrly certianly effects retention. Showing up for your students, will not only set an example, but will motivate them to show up for themselves.
The overall idea of Model, Mentor, and Monitor really is a great way to ensure student success. I think it really speaks to the importance of building trust with the student and letting them know that we truly care about their success. I especially liked the reminder that attention=retention. I plan on experimenting a little bit myself to see how much more successful students are that receive extra attention. Fortunately, the school I work for is extremely student centered already, although there is always room for improvement in this area.
- Danielle
I like the simple lesson of "attention = retention." I usually do this when I make sure to contact a student as soon as I see a first absence in a term, to check in and ask them how they are doing and inquire about the reason for the absence.
Getting to know students is essential to their success and to yours as well.
