This paper discusses the two main approaches to implementing an early warning and student retention system for tertiary education institutions. The paper was sponsored by Cobek and written by Techlogix.
The two main approaches are:
1. Implement an off the shelf system.
2. Build a custom business intelligence solution.
The goal of this discussion paper is to allow the reader to gain a high level understanding of each approach and its appropriateness (advantages and disadvantages) in different situations.
When used appropriately, both approaches can produce significant actionable insights. However there are differences in the amount of time, resources and costs of each approach which should be understood before making a decision.
The paper has the following structure:
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The two main approaches are:
1. Implement an off the shelf system.
2. Build a custom business intelligence solution.
The goal of this discussion paper is to allow the reader to gain a high level understanding of each approach and its appropriateness (advantages and disadvantages) in different situations.
When used appropriately, both approaches can produce significant actionable insights. However there are differences in the amount of time, resources and costs of each approach which should be understood before making a decision.
The paper has the following structure:
- Introduction
- Why Focus on Student Retention
- Student Retention Strategy
- Features of a Student Retention System
- Implementation Options
- The Recommended Option for Your Institution
You can download the paper below for free (no registration required):
student_retention_systems_implementation_options_discussion_paper.pdf |