Retention online
Transcript of Retention online
Why do students drop out?
• Personal variables • Institutional variables • Circumstantial variables
2http://www.westga.edu/~distance/ojdla/winter94/herbert94.htm
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Organize content by topicResearch shows that knowledge retention is enhanced when content is served up in manageable portions.
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Instructor PresenceTry to spend some time with your online course every day.See what’s new with your students, and keep them updated.
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Maintain a strict class scheduleTo-Do lists with due dates and timelines are effective.Don’t alter your plan.
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Develop rapportOnline communications should develop rapport with students and build peer relationships.
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Encourage Self ReflectionStudents who are self directed and reflective are more likely to be retained.