Enhancing Student Success through a Holistic Developmental Framework
The onset of a new academic year parallels the essence of spring, embodying the potential for transformative growth. It serves as a critical juncture for self-reflection acknowledging past achievements, pinpointing unfulfilled objectives, and strategizing for future improvements. This cyclical opportunity is vital for sustained developmental progress within educational contexts.
Drawing from four decades of experience in education, I have gained valuable insights into effective pedagogical strategies, the diverse needs of students, and the dynamics of the learning process. As the director of a Center for Teaching and Learning, I frequently observe the rigorous efforts faculty invest in outlining pedagogical goals, identifying essential competencies, and selecting appropriate educational resources. This thorough preparation is essential for crafting assessments and learning experiences that promote student accomplishment. Nevertheless, many students continue to face significant challenges in their academic journeys.
Given this landscape, it is essential to interrogate what factors genuinely enhance student achievement, engagement, and retention rates.
Research indicates that students’ cognitive resources cannot be effectively mobilized toward learning unless foundational physiological and safety needs are adequately addressed (e.g., sustenance, shelter, health, and security).
The role of governmental and institutional support is pivotal in this regard. By ensuring that basic necessities such as conducive learning environments and well-equipped classrooms or laboratories are provided, students can then shift their focus toward psychological needs including belongingness, self-esteem, and recognition.
Ultimately, when these foundational needs are fulfilled, students are positioned to pursue “growth needs,” which encompass aspirations such as goal setting, creative expression, and the realization of their potential (i.e., self-actualization).
The importance of a comprehensive approach to addressing the full spectrum of student needs cannot be overstated. To facilitate the holistic development of students, educational institutions must confront various challenges, including food and housing insecurity, alongside mental, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual health concerns. It is equally imperative to accommodate the diverse needs of neurodivergent learners in order to create an inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.
– Peter Ogbu (Sir. Pee)
Enhancing Student Success through a Holistic Developmental Framework
Enhancing Student Success through a Holistic Developmental Framework
Enhancing Student Success through a Holistic Developmental FrameworkEnhancing Student Success through a Holistic Developmental Framework
Enhancing Student Success through a Holistic Developmental Framework
The importance of a comprehensive approach to addressing the full spectrum of student needs cannot be overstated.\The importance of a comprehensive approach to addressing the full spectrum of student needs cannot be overstated.
Research indicates that students’ cognitive resources cannot be effectively mobilized toward learning unless foundational physiological and safety needs are adequately addressed Research indicates that students’ cognitive resources cannot be effectively mobilized toward learning unless foundational physiological and safety needs are adequately addressed
Research indicates that students’ cognitive resources cannot be effectively mobilized toward learning unless foundational physiological and safety needs are adequately addressed
The onset of a new academic year parallels the essence of spring
The onset of a new academic year parallels the essence of spring
The role of governmental and institutional support is pivotal in this regard
The role of governmental and institutional support is pivotal in this regard
