Tomer Katz, Ex Libris
Student retention programs usually ignore metrics regarding the students’ use of course resources. But are they missing an important factor in student retention?
We’ve put this question to test and came back with some interesting results. But first, let’s take a look at what student retention is.
Simply put, retention refers to a student graduating from the institution where they are currently enrolled. This is an important factor in higher education for two main reasons: a school’s reputation is, in part, based on its graduation rates as a measure of success; and tuition revenue is lost whenever a student leaves the school, for whatever reason. Potential students may choose a college, for example, based on the assumption that high student retention indicates greater chances for academic success.
So what contributes to successful student retention?
