HCT Academic Success Centers

19/11/2024 Education | Dr. Koh Michael - President & CEO Advisor

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One of the key goals of the Higher Colleges of Technology is to promote students' academic success. This is accomplished through the HCT Academic Success Program, which aims to enhance students' academic performance and foundational skills. A major component of this program is the HCT Academic Success Centers, designed to help students in need of academic support, enabling them to pursue their college studies without obstacles. These centers are available at all HCT campuses nationwide and focus on early intervention to identify students' support needs based on the academic plans outlined by their faculty. Additionally, students can proactively seek assistance and enroll in these centers to improve their academic performance.

These centers leverage blockchain technology within the HCT campus network and are managed through an electronic tracking system called "TutTrak." This system enables faculty to monitor student performance and schedule tutorial sessions tailored to individual needs. It also provides access to HCT's digital learning resources. To accommodate diverse student requirements in HCT's applied study environment, tutorials are offered in multiple formats. Students can attend in-person sessions at the centers during their operating hours or access remote tutorials available 24/7. Additionally, the tutorials consist of a mix of lectures, practical workshops, and skill development sessions.

The HCT Academic Success Centers serve as an effective model for providing academic support outside the classroom on a daily basis. Each year, faculty members voluntarily contribute their time, with over 500 educators actively engaged, motivated by their dedication to teaching and helping students succeed. Furthermore, outstanding students with GPAs above 3.0 and B grades in their subjects contribute as tutors through the HCT Peer Tutoring Program. Their contributions are acknowledged with opportunities for personal development in leadership and teaching skills, enhancing their future careers. Additionally, their tutoring hours are counted as volunteering hours, which are a graduation requirement at HCT.  Many graduates also choose to contribute to these centers, demonstrating their ongoing connection to HCT and their commitment to helping others by volunteering to teach. Each year, around 300 students and graduates take part in this rewarding teaching experience through the HCT Academic Success Centers.    

Now, after more than seven academic years since the establishment of these centers-originally a concept that has since expanded to every HCT campus-we see that students benefit greatly from the support they offer, particularly with access to help outside regular study hours. To highlight the success of these centers, it is noteworthy that from the academic years 2017-2018 to 2023-2024, a total of 110,696 tutoring hours were delivered by faculty, students, and graduates. This includes 34,275 hours contributed by faculty, 72,846 hours by students, and 3,575 hours by graduates, all of which were completed as volunteering hours.

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Anonymous Commented on 15/01/2025

These centers are vital in aiding students to thrive academically and grow as learners. They offer essential resources, support, and guidance, leading to a more positive and fulfilling academic experience.


Anonymous Commented on 16/12/2024

Undoubtedly, fostering a supportive environment and system where students in need of direct academic assistance can receive help from both their teachers and peers is an invaluable success for the educational process. The primary aim of education is to disseminate knowledge to as many students as possible, including those who require ongoing academic support. When this support is easily accessible and comes from multiple sources, it leads to positive outcomes and contributes to the development of future leaders.


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