HOW CAN FATHERS OR SIIGNIFICANT MALE ROLE MODELS IMPACT THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS?

Written by

Michael A. Robinson

Dr. Wayne Beckles of Baltimore City Community College suggested there are three ways in which fathers or significant male role models can impact the academic success of their children.

1. Structure, presence, and regular input will support student success;
2. Tutoring and homework review are very useful;
3. Starting early before students experience difficulty can prevent the "achievement gap"