Area: First Yeaf Experience
Participants:
Cara Statucki
Shawn Dubiago
Gail Pendleton
Paula Coil
Hermia Yam
Allene Young
Joan Berezin
Research Question:
What is the experience like for our students in their first year at BCC?
Research Methods:
Created an electronic survey that will be distributed to students.
Findings:
- 90% of students were interested in attending presentations where instructors would share information about majors and careers;
- Students mainly learned about programs and resources from their teachers (43%);
- 40% reported receiving no help when choosing their classes;
- More more in the report.
Resolutions:
- Educate teachers about college information;
- Provide more information for students in a number of media;
- Help with goal setting and academic planning;
- Follow up survey to see why students who plan to transfer aren’t taking English or math classes
Final Report:
FIG First Year Experience Spring 2011