Empowering Exceptional Learners: How Academic Success Coaches Foster Executive Functioning Skills for Lifelong Learning

Presenters: Sonia Comstock

Friday, 1:45 PM - 2:30 PM, Pinnacle A

The presenter dives into the importance of Academic Success Coaches to encouraging student involvement, motivation, and accomplishment in virtual learning settings. With an increasing number of students choosing online learning, there is an ever-growing demand for individualized assistance. Academic Success Coaches are essential facilitators who offer direction, support, and accountability to students as they navigate the challenges of self-directed learning. Through consistent check-ins, goal-setting, and customized feedback, coaches establish a nurturing atmosphere that fosters resilience and academic achievement. This presentation will demonstrate tried-and-true methods that coaches use in both synchronous and asynchronous settings to foster positive relationships with students, meet a range of learning requirements, and boost motivation. Participants will learn how these coaches improve student performance by promoting involvement, enhancing time management, and guaranteeing a sense of belonging within the virtual learning community. By the end of the session, participants will understand the critical impact of Academic Success Coaches on student success in the ever-evolving landscape of online education.