THE FACTORS THAT ATTRIBUTE TO THE GRADUATION OF BLACK FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE GRADUATES/ STUDENT-ATHLETES
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Dear participant,
We are conducting this survey to scrutinize the factors that contribute to the graduation of black first-generation college graduates/student-athletes. We expect both sides’ respondents (non-first generation and first-generation students). Your participation in this survey will be of great assistant. We will be able to identify the necessary factors that should be changed or embraced for better college environments in the future.
As a participant, you will have to fill in all the answers to the provided questionnaire sheet with clear and honest answers. This information will enable giving enough information on these factors to curb the adverse effects. The exercise will be carried on in not more than 20 mins.
There are no known risks; therefore, there will be no compensation to the participants. There will be no penalties to those who will not accept to participate.
The exercise will keep maximum confidentiality; that’s why no participant will be required to give their names. Preferably all that will be needed its signature and date on when you filled the questionnaire.
Participation is strictly voluntary. In case you have any questions about the exercise, you can post it on our website, and the principal investigator, with the help of all investigators, will answer them. Don't use plagiarised sources.Get your custom essay just from $11/page
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[Instruction]:
| Just as indicated in the cover page in this section, you are to give honest answers to each question. Leave no blanks or unattended items, for that’s the only way to identify with a complete survey exercise. |
[Personal FACTORS]
| Question | Scale 1 (Strongly Disagree) 3 (Neutral) 5 (Strongly Agree) |
| 1. Students attend college for quality academic experience
2. students attend college for a quality athletic experience
3. The fretfulness and distress connected with sports retirement progression make student-athlete focus on academics.
4. Students attend college to build self-confidence and be self-developed in careers and different areas of interest.
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[Socio-cultural FACTORS]
| Question | Scale 1 (Strongly Disagree) 3 (Neutral) 5 (Strongly Agree) |
| 1. Having new friends attribute to student retention.
2. Colleges offer students the chance to develop their social, cultural experiences.
3. Positive Values and attitudes amongst the students and professors contribute significantly to the retention of college graduates.
4. Respect for different races, religions, and beliefs is fundamental amongst the students.
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[Situational FACTORS]
| Question | Scale 1 (Strongly Disagree) 3 (Neutral) 5 (Strongly Agree) |
| 1. Its core for colleges to deliver a combination of live and online teaching sessions.
2. Timing and length of classes attribute to the retention of students.
3. Social involvement of student make them persist and graduate.
4. Recognizing well-performed students, it’s encouraging and motivating.
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[college FACTORS]
| Question | Scale 1 (Strongly Disagree) 3 (Neutral) 5 (Strongly Agree) |
| 1. The introduction of state-funded programs attributes to the retention of students.
2. Student athletics is essential primarily when focusing on retaining student-athletes in colleges.
3. Giving equal opportunity to all students acts as motivation.
4. Availing study material is essential to the students | 1 2 3 4 5
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[Behavioral patterns]
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| 1. How often do you miss classes
2. Do you interact freely with other students
3. Do you participate in any noncurricular activities
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[MANAGEMENT FACTORS]
| Question | Scale 1 (Strongly Disagree) 3 (Neutral) 5 (Strongly Agree) |
| 1. Introduction of academic support services is core to all colleges for retention of students
2. Continuous monitoring of students and programs is essential to keep students on track.
3. College management and the decision should consider the well-being of students for their retention.
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[ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS]
| Question | Scale 1 (Strongly Disagree) 3 (Neutral) 5 (Strongly Agree) |
| 1. Weather can affect my class attendance
2. family support act as an encouragement
3. College assimilation its core. When introducing the first black generation to postsecondary institutions. | 1 2 3 4 5
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[Demographic items]
| Gender : __________ Age : __________ Academic major: Occupation : ______________________________ Race/Ethnicity : ______________________________ Marital Status : ______________________________ Employment status: Household size: Annual income: Religion: Education level : Travelling time to the game: |
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