Beyond Constraints: Constructing a New Vision for Advisors Supporting Residential Undergraduate Students in Asynchronous Courses (Stage 2, 2:08 PM)

• In Event: e-Lightning Ed-Talk Session 4 - Stage 2

Abstract

Asynchronous learning at residential institutions has created a need to reimagine how academic advisors can better support residential students taking online courses. While online enrollment has remained higher than pre-pandemic levels; there is a gap in understanding how these residential students adapt to asynchronous learning. This qualitative study constructs a new vision for education by investigating HBCU undergraduate perspectives on how academic advisors can better support them as they transition to asynchronous learning. We found that while students maintain their academic strengths, asynchronous classes require fundamental shifts in understanding classroom expectations. We provide practical recommendations for academic advisors and researchers on how to communicate with students about asynchronous learning transitions.

Authors

• Michelle Mondrey, Morgan State University

• Virginia Byrne, Morgan State University

• Christine Licata-Hoang, Morgan State University

• Adeoluwa Oluwatoyin Folami, Morgan State University