Episode #40: Retention (part 1) w/Roberta Wirth

In Episode #40 of "Simon Says: Educate!", Ronald Lethcoe interviews Roberta Wirth, a dental faculty member at Clover Park Technical College, about student retention. In part 1 of this 2-part interview, they discuss challenges like financial aid, childcare, and preparedness, and how they are addressed. Roberta shares effective teaching methods including active learning, growth mindset, recording lectures, peer assessment, and critical thinking exercises. She highlights the benefits of recorded lectures for flexibility and retention, and the successful combination of in-class and out-of-class learning. Remember to subscribe to "Simon Says: Educate!" on your favorite podcast platform for more insightful discussions on teaching and learning!