Sistema de mentoría para los nuevos estudiantes del primer ciclo, modalidad abierta y a distancia de la universidad Técnica Particular de Loja. Evaluación de una experiencia, ciclo académico Octubre 2014 Febrero 2015

Abstract

Distance education today is an important option in higher education, given that through its form, thousands of students can finish their training, however you need to understand that this method has certain characteristics that differentiate significantly classroom education, therefore it is essential that the student is well oriented, and achieve a correct insertion into the educational system, in order to avoid further academic problems and defections. To this effect, the Universidad Technical Particular de Loja , implemented a mentoring program for freshmen , through which once identified needs guidance , can intervene to support them in the process of adaptation , using strategies and techniques through technological means, enable effective and timely communication . The results of this process are significant because it was possible that students acquire skills to better academic performance, and not leave college. This report presents in detail the development of the program, as well as real evidence of their effectiveness.