Effective Educational Practices To Increase The Graduation R

Effective Educational Practices To increase the rate of graduation at the University level there is the need to consider the causes of the low turnover by new students and what can be done to improve the rate of University registration and later graduation There are different subgroups in the University that make an impact on the rate of graduation As a member of the research team I will concentrate on the subgroup which consists of employed students who go for part time classes The University registers a lot of students who work part time but as time goes by the number tends to reduce There are several challenges that the group faces which are the likely causes of the reduced number of the turnout Owing to the fact that the students are employed there is the possibility they get pressure from their employers Having to study part time sometimes requires the students to be in school some hours before their lectures However that is not possible since their employers require them to work as agreed The hours they are supposed to be working are the same hours they are required to be in class Banta Palomba 2014 Specific responsibilities are also a challenge to the students since after one starts earning he or she becomes the breadwinner to their siblings Its a challenge to many since they barely concentrate on the many things they have in mind Being a breadwinner studying and also being responsible at the workplace becomes too much The result is that the students prefer to work as compared to studying If every student is faced with such a challenge there is the possibility the rate of graduates will go down Banta Palomba 2014 There is the need therefore to look for ways in which the subgroup can be identified and addressed effectively to increase the graduation rate Assignment Course Project Effective Education Practices Part 3 Recommended Practice The University President has asked you to recommend a program service policy or procedure that will enhance the success of your specific student population and possibly others Based on your previous research on learning development challenges and best practices develop a rationale for your recommendation Present your recommendation in the form of a PowerPoint presentation with a title slide and introduction Include a bibliography in APA format citing all references Parts 1 and 2 and others Include responses to the following questions What is the practice What problem s do you expect the practice to solve What is the theoretical basis of the practice Cite references How do you expect the persistence and graduation rates of your student group to change as a result of its implementation Assignment length Approximately 12 slides Power point has to target Employed students who go for part time classes

Effective Educational Practices To increase the rate of graduation at the University level, there is the need to consider the causes of the low turnover by new students and what can be done to improve the rate of University registration and later graduation. There are different subgroups in the University that make an impact on the rate of graduation. As a member of the research team, I will concentrate on the subgroup which consists of employed students who go for part-time classes. The University registers a lot of students who work part-time but as time goes by the number tends to reduce. There are several challenges that the group faces which are the likely causes of the reduced number of the turnout. Owing to the fact that the students are employed, there is the possibility they get pressure from their employers. Having to study part-time sometimes requires the students to be in school some hours before their lectures. However, that is not possible since their employers require them to work as agreed. The hours they are supposed to be working are the same hours they are required to be in class (Banta, & Palomba, 2014). Specific responsibilities are also a challenge to the students since after one starts earning he or she becomes the breadwinner to their siblings. It’s a challenge to many since they barely concentrate on the many things they have in mind. Being a breadwinner, studying, and also being responsible at the workplace becomes too much. The result is that the students prefer to work as compared to studying. If every student is faced with such a challenge, there is the possibility the rate of graduates will go down (Banta, & Palomba, 2014). There is the need, therefore, to look for ways in which the subgroup can be identified and addressed effectively to increase the graduation rate. Assignment: Course Project - Effective Education Practices (Part 3)—Recommended Practice The University President has asked you to recommend a program, service, policy, or procedure that will enhance the success of your specific student population (and possibly others). Based on your previous research on learning/development challenges and best practices, develop a rationale for your recommendation. Present your recommendation in the form of a PowerPoint presentation with a title slide and introduction. Include a bibliography in APA format citing all references (Parts 1 and 2 and others). Include responses to the following questions: · What is the practice? · What problem(s) do you expect the practice to solve? · What is the theoretical basis of the practice? (Cite references.) · How do you expect the persistence and graduation rates of your student group to change as a result of its implementation? Assignment length: Approximately 12 slides Power point has to target * Employed students who go for part-time classes

Paper For Above instruction

The challenge of increasing university graduation rates, especially among specific student subgroups such as employed part-time students, requires strategic interventions tailored to their unique needs. This paper proposes a comprehensive solution aimed at enhancing the success of employed students pursuing part-time studies by addressing their specific challenges through a dedicated support program. The focus is on creating a structured support system that alleviates the pressures faced by these students, thereby improving their persistence and graduation rates.

The practice recommended is the implementation of a "Flexible Academic and Work Support Program" designed explicitly for employed part-time students. This program includes flexible scheduling options, academic advising tailored to part-time students, counseling services that address stress management and work-study balance, and employer-university partnership initiatives. By providing flexibility in class schedules—such as evening classes, weekend seminars, and online courses—the program aims to accommodate students' work commitments. Academic advising will be specialized to help students develop personalized study plans and manage their coursework efficiently. Counseling services will focus on stress, time management, and financial planning to help students cope with dual responsibilities.

The core problem the practice seeks to solve is the high attrition rate among employed part-time students caused by conflicting demands of work and study, stress, and lack of institutional support. These challenges lead to reduced persistence and high dropout rates, essentially reducing graduation likelihood. Addressing this gap with targeted support can significantly improve students’ ability to balance responsibilities, stay engaged, and ultimately complete their degrees.

The theoretical basis for this practice stems from the Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan, 1985), which emphasizes the importance of autonomy, competence, and relatedness in fostering motivation and engagement. Providing flexible scheduling and personalized advising enhances students’ sense of autonomy and competence. Additionally, research by Tinto (1993) on student retention highlights the importance of academic and social integration; thus, counseling and support services foster relatedness, promoting persistence.

Expected outcomes include increased persistence and higher graduation rates among employed part-time students. By reducing logistical and psychological barriers, students are more likely to stay engaged and complete their degrees. Data from similar interventions in higher education settings suggest that targeted support programs can increase graduation rates by 10-20% within three to five years (Cook, 2017; Trowler & Trowler, 2018). Improved retention and completion rates benefit the institution through higher enrollment stability and the development of a more resilient, diverse student body.

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