Preferred Delivery
Virtual
Length of Presentation
50 minutes
Start Date
7-10-2022 1:00 PM
End Date
7-10-2022 1:50 PM
Document Type
Presentation
Abstract
Post secondary educational institutions are increasingly becoming aware of how non cognitive (academic) barriers can and in too many cases do impact student success negatively. This presentation will focus on how Marion Technical College has addressed this issue. The presenter will discuss how a food pantry and clothing closet were created. She will also discuss the role of a student resource navigator in helping address non cognitive barriers.
Description
This presentation focuses on the importance of addressing non cognitive (academic) barriers and how doing so can have a positive effect on student success and well being. Additionally, in addressing such issues, students experience more of a sense of belonging which research indicates leads to increased student motivation, persistence and ultimately graduation rates.
The presentation aligns with MEI objectives and conference themes as it raises awareness regarding some of the diverse challenges non traditional students may experience. It also relates to the issue of belonging which is one of the categories MEI focuses on.
The target audience is primarily student support personnel although the presentation provides valuable information for all those involved in post secondary education.
The learning objectives/ outcomes are as follows:
Compile a list of and discuss non cognitive (academic) barriers which hinder student success.
Identify and discuss resources which help address non cognitive (academic) barriers.
Assess the value of addressing non cognitive (academic) barriers in increasing student success.
Note to reviewer: Please note that what I am submitting as the "full text presentation" is only part of what I'd present. I am yet to complete creating the full PPT presentation.
Creative Commons License
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Included in
The Connections Center at Marion Technical College: Addressing Students' Non Cognitive (Academic) Needs.
Post secondary educational institutions are increasingly becoming aware of how non cognitive (academic) barriers can and in too many cases do impact student success negatively. This presentation will focus on how Marion Technical College has addressed this issue. The presenter will discuss how a food pantry and clothing closet were created. She will also discuss the role of a student resource navigator in helping address non cognitive barriers.
Speaker Information
Primrose Igonor was born in Uganda. She was raised in South Africa where she qualified as a Clinical Psychologist. Primrose has lived and worked in South Africa, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and Canada. She is The Director of the Connections Center and Belonging and Equity at Marion Technical College. Primrose is passionate about diversity issues and community building. She is married and has two wonderful sons. Her hobbies include reading, travelling, gardening and attending arts and music festivals.