1.1 summary of discussion
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The document summarizes a discussion about engaging students and supporting them. It notes that engagement requires effort, creativity, and time to build trust through meaningful dialogue. It also stresses the importance of making students aware of available support, ensuring the right support is provided to the right students, and learning from students who don't seek help. Responding positively to student feedback and disseminating best practices are also highlighted. Finally, it mentions that engagement requires commitment from staff as well through training, open dialogue, and a willingness to work differently.
1.1 summary of discussion
- 1. A N D Y Y O U N G , H W B – S U M M A R Y O F T H U N D E R S T O R M D I S C U S S I O N , J U N E 2 0 1 5 Parallel session 1.1 - summary of discussion
- 2. Engaging students Engagement is a process, not a one-off event Engagement requires some effort And some creativity It takes time, to establish trust and rapport A 'meaningful dialogue' with students is required Genuine rather than tokenistic
- 3. Student support Making students aware of help that is available Maximizing the impact of support services Minimizing risk (e.g. social isolation) Ensuring access, the right person at the right time If students don’t seek help, why, what can we learn from this for the future? Different students, different needs E.g. mature students might require additional support Peer support can be effective, in relation to retention and integration
- 4. Responding positively to student feedback What is working in relation to student engagement? What is not? Disseminating best practice matters And embedding best practice in the curricula
- 5. Staff engagement Engagement is not just about students Departmental time/commitment Trust/an open dialogue Staff training/development A willingness to work differently