Learning & teaching
The University of Sydney
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Workshop on Indigenous Student Recruitment and Retention

In response to decreasing indigenous student recruitment and retention, the Learning and Teaching Portfolio held a Workshop on Wed. 21st February 2007 to commence a strategic response.

When enquirers feel confident that their learning will be actively supported, they are more likely to enroll;
when students are supported throughout study, learning is enhanced;
when students identify as a member of a community, they are more likely to continue their candidature;
when students feel certain of what they need to do to administer their study, their satisfaction with their learning experience is increased.

Forsyth, H. et al "Supporting students' learning when they're never around." CST Teaching & Learning Showcase 2005. p. 7

Program Outline

 

 Time

 Session

 Contributors

2.00-2.05p.m. Welcome to Country Ms Michelle Blanchard
2.05-2.10p.m. Welcome and Aims of the Workshop Prof Derrick Armstrong
2.10-2.30p.m.  Sizing the problem - time series and comparative data on indigenous student recruitment and retention  Ms Sandra Harrison
2.30-3.00p.m. Characteristics of the Indigenous student at USyd Ms Lynette Riley-Mundine
3.00-3.15p.m. Afternoon Tea   
3.15-4.00p.m.

A strategic response to decreasing Indigenous student recruitment figures

Facilitator: Ms Adrienne Jerram

  • Dr Paul Hopwood
  • Mr Col James
  • Ms Leona Oliver
  • Dr Sue Page
  • Mr Patrick Snowdon
4.00-4.45p.m.

A strategic response to decreasing Indigenous student retention figures

Facilitator: Ms Sue Page

4.45-5.00p.m. Where to from here? Prof Derrick Armstrong