Research Summary: Access programs aim to reduce barriers to postsecondary education Improving access to and success in postsecondary education is an on-going concern for Ontario’s colleges and universities, particularly for those students who may be struggling to meet admission requirements and/or are among groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education — including students from lower-income families, […]
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Student mental health in higher education a campus-wide challenge From depression to psychotic disorders, mental health issues among young people are a reality, and postsecondary education is feeling the impact. The challenge for Ontario’s colleges and universities is how to ensure that these students are given the support that they need to successfully complete their […]
Research Summary: Learning Skills Programs Improve Grades and Retention When Delivered Early When delivered to students early in their university experience, workshops, tutoring and training programs in areas such as writing support, study and exam preparation can have positive impacts on both student performance and retention. However, as these types of programs tend to demand […]
Research Summary: Learning Skills Programs Improve Grades and Retention When Delivered Early When delivered to students early in their university experience, workshops, tutoring and training programs in areas such as writing support, study and exam preparation can have positive impacts on both student performance and retention. However, as these types of programs tend to demand […]
Executive Summary: Ontario graduate enrolments surge over the last decade by more than 50 per cent Ontario has outpaced the rest of Canada in graduate enrolment growth over the last decade. Doctoral enrolments increased by 67 per cent and master’s enrolments were up by 51 per cent, according to a summary research report by the […]
Research Summary: Postsecondary graduates with learning disabilities get satisfying jobs but reluctant to disclose their disability Most Ontario college and university graduates with learning disabilities are finding jobs and are generally satisfied with their current place of employment. But while many say their disability affected their on-the-job performance, they chose not to disclose of it […]
Executive Summary:Access and Financial Sustainability Key Challenges for New Tuition Policy Framework Although Ontario enjoys the highest postsecondary participation rates in Canada, financial and non-financial barriers are preventing some students from pursuing college or university, according to a report by the Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario (HEQCO). In addition to improving access for groups […]
Student Engagement Surveys Forge Pathways to Quality Improvement But Can Mislead when Used for Competitive Rankings Student engagement surveys are helping colleges and universities, and the postsecondary system overall, be more responsive to the learning needs of students. Designed in part to measure the time, effort and interest student invest in their education, the dominant […]
Research Summary: Student Engagement Surveys Forge Pathways to Quality Improvement But Can Mislead when Used for Competitive Rankings Student engagement surveys are helping colleges and universities, and the postsecondary system overall, be more responsive to the learning needs of students. Designed in part to measure the time, effort and interest student invest in their education, […]