Super admin . 8th Feb, 2024, 10:46 AM
Kursaty has emerged as a global platform where prestigious
universities offer online degree programs to a diverse audience. Leveraging the
activities of thousands of students engaged in these programs, our report,
"Drivers of Retention in Online Degree Programs," delves into
data-backed insights that shed light on how individuals interact with online
for-credit courses, what contributes to their success, and the key factors
influencing retention. This article highlights actionable best practices for
universities aiming to enhance student retention in their online degree
programs.
Factors Driving Student Retention:
Our analysis reveals various factors that significantly
impact student retention in degree programs hosted on our platform. Universities
can adopt the following strategies to increase the likelihood of students
staying committed to their programs:
Build on Open Content Success:
Recommend relevant open courses , as students who
complete these courses are 12% more likely to persist in their degree.
Encourage enrollment in open courses that stack into the
degree, leading to a 3% increase in program retention.
Set Students Up for a Strong Start:
Provide resources, office hours, and one-on-one assistance
to help students successfully submit their initial assessments, resulting in a
6% boost in retention.
Recognize the significance of first-term grades as a strong
predictor of later persistence.
Include Staff Grading:
Elevate motivation through expert grading and feedback, with
at least one staff-graded assessment driving a 6% increase in student
retention.
Encourage Frequent Learning:
Implement techniques such as short videos and smaller
assessments throughout the course to ensure regular engagement. Students
learning across more days experience a 5% gain in retention, surpassing the
impact of total learning time.
Design Hands-On Projects:
Keep students progressing by incorporating hands-on projects
where they can apply newly acquired skills. Writing, coding, and creative
projects contribute to a 3% increase in retention, with final projects serving
as valuable culminating experiences.
Use Practice Opportunities:
Include ungraded assessments for low-stakes testing and
enhanced understanding. The presence of practice assessments leads to a 2%
increase in student degree retention.
For detailed insights and actionable takeaways, explore our
full report on the Drivers of Retention in Online Degree Programs. We eagerly
anticipate continued collaboration with universities to refine and optimize
online teaching, taking faculty expertise to unprecedented levels.
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