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Academic Support Design

Creating a Scalable Academic Support Model for First-Year Students

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe first year of college is a make-or-break period for many students — especially those who enter with academic preparation gaps. While many institutions offer academic support, too often these services are limited in reach, reliant on individual staff energy, or disconnected from academic programming. In this article, we explore how to design a scalable, […]

October 14, 2025 3 min read
Academic Support Design

Student Success and Retention Strategies Library

Reading Time: < 1 minuteStudent Success and Retention Strategies Library A curated hub of research-backed resources on student retention, peer tutoring, supplemental instruction, motivation, and developmental education. Explore practical guides, PDFs, and overviews designed to help instructors improve persistence, engagement, and learning outcomes. Retention & Persistence: evidence-based frameworks and first-year success insights Peer & Supplemental Instruction: definitions, models, and […]

September 12, 2025 < 1 min read
Academic Support Design

Understanding Student Retention in Education

Reading Time: 3 minutesStudent retention has become one of the most important indicators of educational success. It reflects how well schools, colleges, and universities can keep students enrolled and engaged until they complete their programs. Retention is not only a measure of academic quality but also a signal of institutional health, student satisfaction, and long-term societal benefits. This […]

September 12, 2025 3 min read