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1. Strategy:  Desired Outcomes/Experiences, Tracking Form, Success Teams

Application: New Student Orientation

Educator: Alan Parks, Director, College Success Program, University of Maine, ME

Implementation:  In our one-week Orientation Session held prior to the start of the fall semester for first-year students in our developmental studies program, we use Desired/Achieved Outcomes and Experiences Charts for the students to set personal goals for the week. Students then complete an adapted 7-day Tracking Form to set their action steps for achieving their goals during the week as they prepare to start their college careers. In Success Teams, they monitor and support each other's progress. Reporting out includes questions and strategies on how to get additional information and set next steps to achieve their desired outcomes and experiences.