Improving Student Retention in Online College Classes: Qualitative Insights from Faculty

2014 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 239-260 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rosalie J. Russo-Gleicher
Keyword(s):  
Student Retention ◽  
College Classes ◽  
Online College Classes

The Online University: Who are its Students and How are They Unique?

2003 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian Mattes ◽  
Robert J. Nanney ◽  
Mary Coussons-Read
Keyword(s):  
Nontraditional Students ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Personality Factor ◽  
Abstract Reasoning ◽  
Online Classes ◽  
Personality Profiles ◽  
College Classes ◽  
Online College Classes ◽  
16Pf Questionnaire

This study examined relationships between student personality and choice of traditional on-campus or online college classes. The personality profiles of online and on-campus students were determined using the Fifth Edition of the 16 Personality Factor (16PF) questionnaire. Students taking online classes scored higher than on-campus students on scales of abstract reasoning and apprehension, and lower on the scale for social boldness. Online students were also more comfortable with computers than on-campus students, and were more likely to be nontraditional students (26 and older). These data show that there are differences in personality, age, and computer experience between online and on-campus students and help to elucidate the characteristics of students selecting the online venue for college classes and/or curricula which are useful to instructors teaching on the Internet as well as companies working to architect these learning environments.

Collaborative Learning in the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Classroom

2008 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn S. Potts ◽  
Sarah M. Ginsberg
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Student Retention ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Student Learning Outcomes ◽  
Retention Rates ◽  
Speech Language Pathology ◽  
Traditional Lecture ◽  
Language Pathology ◽  
Improve Student Learning

Abstract In recent years, colleges and universities across the country have been called upon to increase the quality of education provided and to improve student retention rates. In response to this challenge, many faculty are exploring alternatives to the traditional “lecture-centered” approach of higher education in an attempt to increase student learning and satisfaction. Collaborative learning is one method of teaching, which has been demonstrated to improve student learning outcomes.

Increasing undergraduate student retention rates

1995 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barbara Rickinson ◽  
Desmond Rutherford
Keyword(s):  
Student Retention ◽  
Undergraduate Student ◽  
Retention Rates

Lifestyle and Personality Predictors of College Student Retention

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cyndi R. McDaniel ◽  
James H. Thomas ◽  
Diana Harvey ◽  
Yvette Thompson ◽  
Perilou Goddard
Keyword(s):  
College Student ◽  
Student Retention ◽  
College Student Retention ◽  
Personality Predictors

Instructional Factors Matter When Predicting Student Retention

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie E. Granda ◽  
Larissa K. Barber ◽  
Susan Jacobsmeyer ◽  
Terence Kelly ◽  
Michelle Engblom
Keyword(s):  
Student Retention ◽  
Instructional Factors

An Exploration of Differences Among Community of Inquiry Indicators in Low and High Disenrollment Online Courses

2011 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Philip Ice ◽  
Angela M. Gibson ◽  
Wally Boston ◽  
Dave Becher
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Design ◽  
Student Retention ◽  
Student Satisfaction ◽  
Community Of Inquiry ◽  
Online Courses ◽  
Public University ◽  
Cognitive Presence ◽  
Cognitive Integration ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Rapid Pace

Though online enrollments continue to accelerate at a rapid pace, there is significant concern over student retention. With drop rates significantly higher than in face-to-face classes it is imperative that online providers develop an understanding of factors that lead students to disenroll. This study examines course-level disenrollment through the lens of student satisfaction with the projection of Teaching, Social and Cognitive Presence. In comparing the highest and lowest disenrollment quartiles of all courses at American Public University the value of effective Instructional Design and Organization, and initiation of the Triggering Event phase of Cognitive Presence were found to be significant predictors of student satisfaction in the lowest disenrollment quartile. For the highest disenrollment quartile, the lack of follow-through vis-à-vis Facilitation of Discourse and Cognitive Integration were found to be negative predictors of student satisfaction.

Shhh! No talking about retention in the library!

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heidi Blackburn
Keyword(s):  
Student Retention ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Student Attrition ◽  
Retention Rates

Student retention rates have long been a topic among school administrators, but it is an issue barely mentioned in library circles. This article will discuss the role the academic library can play in increasing and maintaining student retention rates on campus. By focusing briefly on four main topics, including reaching out to students early and often, getting them in the library door and getting them to stay, the reader will be able to see the broad picture of how crucial libraries are to fighting student attrition.

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