Onboarding Meetings: Building Connection and Success from Day One
Starting the semester can be a challenge, especially in online courses where students often feel disconnected and unsure of what to expect. Without a clear introduction to the course structure, expectations and support systems, students may struggle with engagement and motivation from the very beginning. These early frustrations can quickly snowball, leading to confusion, missed assignments and a lack of confidence that impacts their overall success.
This 20-Minute Mentor program offers a straightforward solution by showing instructors how to design and implement an effective onboarding. Led by Dr. Christine Rizzo, this session provides a practical, step-by-step approach to welcoming students into the course with clarity and connection. In just 20 minutes, instructors will learn how to craft a tailored onboarding experience that sets the tone for the semester, reduces early-semester hurdles and fosters stronger student-instructor relationships from day one.