EduGuard RetainX: An advanced analytical dashboard for predicting and improving student retention in tertiary education
Nornina J. Dia,
Joseph C. Sieras,
Suhaina A. Khalid,
Amer Hussien T. Macatotong,
Jeffrey M. Mondejar,
Elizabeth R. Genotiva,
Reymark D. Delena
Affiliations
Nornina J. Dia
Department of Information Sciences, College of Information and Computing Sciences, Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Marawi City, Lanao Del Sur, 9700, Philippines
Joseph C. Sieras
Department of Information Sciences, College of Information and Computing Sciences, Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Marawi City, Lanao Del Sur, 9700, Philippines
Suhaina A. Khalid
Department of Information Sciences, College of Information and Computing Sciences, Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Marawi City, Lanao Del Sur, 9700, Philippines
Amer Hussien T. Macatotong
Department of Information Sciences, College of Information and Computing Sciences, Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Marawi City, Lanao Del Sur, 9700, Philippines
Jeffrey M. Mondejar
Department of Computing Sciences, College of Information and Computing Sciences, Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Marawi City, Lanao Del Sur, 9700, Philippines
Elizabeth R. Genotiva
Department of Computing and Library Information Science, College of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Southern Mindanao, Kabacan, Cotabato, 9407, Philippines
Reymark D. Delena
Department of Information Technology, College of Computer Studies, De La Salle University, Manila City, National Capital Region, 1004, Philippines; Corresponding author.
Students’ attrition is a critical challenge in higher education, and the EduGuard RetainX software represents a transformative solution. To accurately identify at-risk students, this innovative platform harnesses advanced predictive analytics with knowledge of the personal and institutional costs of student dropout. Using the software, educators can provide students with tailored, student-centric support early on. In addition, the software fosters a collaborative, data-driven culture that allows a wide range of stakeholders to contribute to student success initiatives. The platform has demonstrated significant positive effects and real advantages, as shown by thorough evaluations of its usability using Dowding and Merrill's usability checklist, where it achieved an 89 % usability score. Further, by enabling a shift towards evidence-based practices and a relentless focus on supporting academic achievement and student persistence, the software is poised to completely reshape the higher education landscape.
