Changing Landscape of Student Demographics and Educational Technology
Explore the evolving student demographics in higher education, focusing on the increasing diversity and changing needs of students, including the rise in employed/part-time students and first-generation college attendees. Additionally, delve into the impact of global competition in the education sector and the role of learning management systems in enhancing student support services for a more dynamic learning environment.
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ACTT 2ndInternational Conference 2015 Presenter: Marsha John 1
Changing Student Demographics Average student age increase > 25yrs Diversity - Socioeconomics - Race First generation college attendees Increase in employed/part-time students Increase in students with children Greater enrollment for women 2
Needs of the New Demographic More flexible learning environment Ability to work and study Greater accessibility of tutoring and academic guidance Financial aid and advice Night and weekend learning Peer support structure 5
Global Competition International educational providers - United States, Canada, Australia & UK Satellite campuses Distributed learning technologies - Learning Management Systems Web-based Administrative Information Systems Offshore sites High growth and profitability potential 6
Effect on Student Support Services Recognize change and implement planning Enhance online offerings - Administration - Academic Guidance - Financial Aid Services - Tutoring and course delivery - Library Resources - Technical and faculty support Extend hours of operation 7
Learning Management Systems (LMS) A LMS is an information system, which allows instructors and students to share instructional material, cooperate and communicate online. Benefits: Use of discussion forums, wikis and chat-rooms Students can take exams and quizzes online Online interaction between instructors and students Suitable for a blended learning environment 8
LMS Providers Source: Capterra - Published by Jordan Barrish on October 15, 2014 9
Source: Capterra - Published by Jordan Barrish on October 15, 2014 10
Web-Based Administrative Information Systems These systems perform administrative functions that were previously carried out in-house by higher learning institutions in a physical setting. Benefits: Access: transcripts, grades, financial aid options, registration, degree audits & pay bills. Storage of student data Generates reports for executives using statistical information including: enrolment, status, charges and credits. 11
The Institute of Banking and Finance of Trinidad and Tobago (IBF) About Us We are the educational arm of the Bankers Association of Trinidad and Tobago (BATT). IBF is a not-for-profit awarding body, established in 1984, to assist the advancement of the banking and finance professions through its offerings Services Educational Programmes (Self-study) - The Certificate for Financial Advisors (Cert. FA) - The Diploma in Banking Programme (DIB) Corporate Training Services 12
Student Support Services at IBF Present Self-study learning Examination dates on the weekend Cert. FA Flexible tutoring services available for students Future Web-based teaching, learning and training Online access to course material, transcripts, registration and tutoring services 13
Conclusion A blended system is the best solution for most organizations. The application of technology to existing services can be beneficial in the following ways: Enhance the institution s attractiveness Make the institution more competitive Decrease attrition rates Increase student application, success and retention rates 14
