This study aimed to determine the factors that affected the diminishing persistence of heterogeneous academic achievers when induced in homogeneous classes as a basis for developing a support system to address the situation. This study identified the common hindrances the heterogeneous academic achievers encountered as they were brought to a…

Combatting learning loss in schools is as much a mental health issue as an academic one. With one in four students suffering from poor mental health since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for Tier I and Tier II resilience solutions is critical. Addressing these challenges requires comprehensive strategies focusing on academic recovery…

Chronic absenteeism has been a significant issue facing school districts since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic when nearly 30% of students were chronically absent from school (Hays, 2024). A substantial challenge that teachers face is trying to deliver high-quality instruction to students when a significant portion of those students are…

This study investigates the impact of summer bridge programs on the transition, engagement, and retention of Black male students at predominantly White institutions (PWIs). Black males continue to face significant challenges in higher education, including low retention rates and limited feelings of belonging. The purpose of this mixed-methods…

The number of nontraditional students in colleges in the United States has been and is continuing to rise, but these students face difficulties that affect their motivation to persist towards graduation. Some of these difficulties include balancing multiple roles, including work, school and family demands, lack of support, financial constraints,…

The educational institutions in many countries are faced with the major problem of teacher burnout causing high rates of attrition and absenteeism. There is widespread agreement among researchers that teacher burnout can effectively be countered through emphasis on teacher motivation. The Author, an English language teacher, carried out a 2-year…

Despite the attention given to student retention for nearly half a century, college graduation and persistence rates have not improved in over two decades. Furthermore, time to degree rates suggest that it is taking more time to earn degrees. Consequently, there is a significant amount of individual and financial expense required to earn a college…

This applied dissertation was designed to examine the impact of autonomy supportive actions on nontraditional distance education students. The writer conducted a phenomenological research study with volunteer participants from an international distance education and instructional technology organization. All participants were distance education…

The purpose of this study is to determine the factors that affect the diminishing persistence of heterogeneous academic achievers when induced in homogenous class as basis for the development of a support system to address the scenario. Through two-phase interview method the respondents were subjected. After that, the results were analyzed…

Between 2000 and 2016, the STEM industry reportedly added jobs at the rate of 28% while all jobs were growing at only 6%. However, 48% of bachelor's degree students and 69% of associate's degree students in STEM majors left their program of study between 2003 and 2009. The high attrition rate is often attributed to low student engagement, boredom,…

The retention of rates for freshmen students in Historically Black Colleges and Universities had been comparably low leading to low graduation rate. In order to understand this phenomenon, there was a need to investigate the factors that affected retention rates of freshmen students in HBCU Institutions. The retention of students in higher…

The purpose of this study was to develop and validate the construct of self-efficacy for pleasing the instructor (SEPI) and explore its usefulness as an alternative to global measures of perceived ability. The results of three studies are presented in this report. Study one was conducted to define the construct SEPI from a student perspective.…

This action research study sought to understand what contributed to the success of two adult learners who had previously been left behind by the educational system. The findings revealed the importance of supportive educators, as well as a personal support system. In addition, their participation in this study was an empowering experience for the…

"Student Success" is EPI's occasional e-magazine dedicated to the discussion of retaining students in higher education. This edition features an interview with Stedman Graham about his efforts to help students succeed in life. As well, EPI President Watson Scott Swail discusses Campus Climate and Students of Color, and the Best Practice showcases…

Problem statement: Professional education is the principle means of the developing the human resource. Students who do not perform well in professional courses are not in any way better than those who do not have professional knowledge, because their chances of employment and efficient working are bleak. The present study attempted to examine…