City University of Seattle

Increasing International Student SuccessFaculty Presentation

Ryan Gunhold

Research Spotlight:Dr. Terry Rodriguez

Agenda

Why, oh, why?◦Make all students successful◦Test what you know

Approach - StoryTelling◦Share My Experience/Resources◦Analyze CityU Success Points

Get - Tips and Tricks

Pre-Assessment

Where are students at with their skills:◦ESL◦Writing Skills◦Computer Skills◦Technology Skills

How do you gauge motivation, purpose, *autonomy? Understanding what DRIVES students is the key to their success, and ultimately, yours.

Intercultural Sensitivity Development

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Individualism vs. Collectivism

Degree that people value independence and personal uniqueness

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Build the Tools of Success

Is it a notes outline? Is it a visual? Is it a tutorial video? Is it a 3D model?Is it a new teaching style or method?“Leverage what Works – Steal the Rest” - Harry

Wong quoteTeach to the Wheel – Multiple IntelligencesBloom’s Taxonomy Sample

Demonstrate a sample from the class

Your Greatest Tool is Technology AND Teaching

You will need to make technology available to all students with varying needs (ADA) - 2010

You will have a range of skills out there – find your champion(s) and leverage them

Wow them – technology IS the solution

Increasing Human Potential is a Business

You are more than a Teacher…..◦You are a consultant◦You are an innovator◦You are today, tomorrow, and forever◦You take the risks, so others will succeed