With students increasingly turning their backs on recommended reading in favour of alternative sources of information on the internet, how can you encourage them to engage with the materials you have carefully selected for relevance and quality? The answer probably has at least something to do with expectations – both in terms of the expectations placed on students to complete the course preparation and homework, and the expectations of the instructor on what is realistic (quantity) and what the intended outcome is (is reading the best or only way to convey this point?).

Affordability initiatives in higher education can help to create a more supportive learning environment, reducing financial stressors that affect many students. In turn, this helps to enhance student engagement, improve satisfaction, and foster academic success.

As an educator, you play a crucial role in helping to address these challenges. Let's explore how affordability affects outcomes and learn about strategies to help all students succeed.