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Laura,

Sorry to hear that you were sick, but I think you're making great progress based upon your voice message and current AB. I have found that my problem statement, research questions and other related items have also become more refined as I survey the literature. Looking forward to seeing your final product and collaborating with you further.

Colleen

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Laura,

It appears that you are on track with writing your literature review. You have a thorough understanding of the current research as well as how your study will fill the gap in the literature. I am looking forward to reading your finished literature review.

Terrence

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Detailed Audio Introduction Into My Research

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Detailed Audio Introduction Into My Research

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Laura,

You have selected a great topic for your dissertation.  It appears that too many at-risk students fail to complete college. Hopefully, your paper will provide some insight on academic advocacy and
support these students need to succeed.  Your concept map provides a clear outline for your paper. Based on your current research, have there been any scientifically proven methods in identifying at-risk students?  Has there been any research on the various academic advocacy programs and the correlation of these programs with college graduation rates?  Finally, how do you plan
on measuring the satisfaction rate of the programs?  One suggestion that I would make is to narrow
the scope of your paper.  Instead of looking at programs at all four-year public institutions throughout the country, I  would suggest looking at the programs in one specific state, such as New
Jersey or Pennsylvania.  You may also consider limiting the number of academic advocacy programs that you intend to examine.

Terrence

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Hi Laura,

I think you have found your "a-ha!" moment. One thing I would suggest is incorporating potential methods and strategies for identifying these students at the applicant level. Retention strategies can never begin too early. Your emphasis on student support through faculty and staff advising as well as through peer mentoring is a topic which I hope to explore more in-depth as well, so I look forward to hearing your feedback and collaborating with you.

Colleen

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How does academic advocacy impact
success and satisfaction amongst at-risk first and second year students at a
four-year public institution?

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How does academic advocacy impact
success and satisfaction amongst at-risk first and second year students at a
four-year public institution?

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1) What support systems/resources are included in academic advocacy for first and second-year students?

2) What are the characteristics of at-risk students and which populations could most benefit from academic advocacy?

3) Can academic advocacy for first and second-year at-risk students be measured?

4) How can academic advocacy be promoted campus-wide?