Motivating and Retaining Online Students

by Rosemary M. Lehman and Simone C.O. Conceição

Book Overview

Finally, the first research-based book of sound strategies and best practices to help instructors motivate students to complete their online courses. Although studies support the effectiveness of learning online, students often fail to complete online courses. Some studies have found that as many as 50-70% drop out of their online courses or programs. Retention is not only a growing expectation and imperative, but it is also as opportunity for faculty...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1118531701
• ISBN13: 9781118531709
• Release Date: October 2013
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.0" x 9.3"