Desarrollo y Evaluación de una experiencia piloto de mentoría con estudiantes de primer ciclo de Educación a Distancia, Centro Universitario de Quito – San Rafael, ciclo académico Octubre 2015 – Febrero 2016

Abstract

The lack of development and evaluation of a pilot mentoring experience with undergraduate students of distance education, University Center of Quito - San Rafael, academic year in October 2015 - February 2016, causes premature attrition of students. Always UTPL has longed for personal and academic development of students, it is for this reason that the present research aims, promote quality improvement processes of academic orientation and the emergence of a culture of accompaniment, which promotes meaningful learning. We worked with four participants; Intervention using the method of Participatory Action. interviews, surveys, observations and rating scales instruments as were applied. Conducting this research allowed to offer an alternative to raise the level of critical thinking skills and study habits regarding the use of study skills and concentration, these being the subfields presented greater need for guidance. It concludes that mentoring provides effective help to the new college student and allows insertion and adaptation efficiently.