Participation Type
Unconference
Session Title
Session 9.03 Education
Presentation #1 Title
Academic Help-Seeking Behaviors of Marshall University Students
Presentation #1 Abstract or Summary
In 2012, Marshall University began to use Bloom and Martin’s (2002) appreciative advising model in the residence halls by turning the focus on students who are succeeding academically and celebrating students who sought academic support. Assessment results show a large increase in help-seeking behaviors, particularly for native West Virginians. This unconference session will feature a brief presentation of the data and a facilitated discussion on how to promote help-seeking behaviors for students in educational institutions in Appalachia. Participants will leave the session with learning outcomes, strategic plans, and assessment ideas for their own institutions.
At-A-Glance Bio- Presenter #1
Amy Lorenz is the Assistant Director of Academic Initiatives in the Department of Housing and Residence Life at Marshall University and a doctoral student in leadership studies. Her research interests are in assessment of student learning, help-seeking behaviors, and college transitions.
At-A-Glance Bio- Presenter #2
Dr.Childress is a professor in the Marshall University Graduate School of Education and Professional Development. His research interests are program evaluation and assessment.
Academic Help-Seeking Behaviors of Marshall University Students
Harris Hall 138
In 2012, Marshall University began to use Bloom and Martin’s (2002) appreciative advising model in the residence halls by turning the focus on students who are succeeding academically and celebrating students who sought academic support. Assessment results show a large increase in help-seeking behaviors, particularly for native West Virginians. This unconference session will feature a brief presentation of the data and a facilitated discussion on how to promote help-seeking behaviors for students in educational institutions in Appalachia. Participants will leave the session with learning outcomes, strategic plans, and assessment ideas for their own institutions.
