Abstract
This paper is a reflection of successful classroom
techniques for engaging first-year college education students. The authors pose
that the traditional model of lecturing is not sufficiently engaging for
first-year college education students. Through reflection, the authors aim to provide
techniques for first-year college education students' retention and engagement.
The provided techniques include a digital program orientation, a student panel
discussion, an experiential learning activity, and a teambuilding and
collaboration strategy. The authors conclude that the provided classroom
techniques increased first-year college education students' retention rates by
understanding the programs, sense of belonging, and classroom engagement.
