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Communication as a Retention Factor in Online Course Delivery

Published:2021 Issue: Volume: Page:170-192
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Container-title:Research Anthology on Developing Effective Online Learning Courses
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Author:

Estes Judi Simmons¹

Affiliation:

1. Park University, USA

Abstract

Online courses have become an integrated aspect of course delivery for institutions of higher education. However, the attrition that occurs in online courses is substantially higher than in face-to-face courses. This chapter considers the influence of student communication factors in both course and degree program retention. An argument is presented related to the role of being intentional in planning and implementing communication strategies within courses and degree programs as a conduit for positively influencing completion. A second argument is that while all college/university personnel have a role in student attention, the role of faculty is significant and requires on-going professional development.

Publisher

IGI Global

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