Desarrollo y evaluación de una experiencia piloto de menoría con estudiantes de primer ciclo de Educación Superior a Distancia. Estudio realizado en Centro Universitario Asociado de Cuenca, período octubre 2015- febrero 2016

Abstract

Abstract:The following project "Development and evaluation of a pilot mentoring experience with undergraduate students of higher distance education" is a response to the problem of desertion by undergraduate students of the Technical University of Loja. Study conducted in the University Center Commonwealth of Cuenca, period October 2015-February 2016" it general objective is to implement, develop and evaluate a pilot mentoring project for undergraduate students of Distance Learning, in the perspective of promoting improvement the quality of the processes of academic orientation and the emergence of a culture of accompaniment, which promotes meaningful learning. The conclusion of the final results of the project was very positive, both for the mentees, as well as for the mentor. The mentees acquired the habit of checking the EVA, learned to download the bibliographic material, as also acquired much practical help to better manage their study time. Since the project contributes significantly to the self-realization of the mentees, mentors professional growth and enhances the image of the University.