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Wilson, Sandra Jo; Tanner-Smith, Emily; Lipsey, Mark W. – Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness, 2011
The objective of this systematic review is to summarize the available evidence on the effects of prevention and intervention programs aimed at primary and secondary students for increasing school completion or reducing school dropout. Program effects on the closely related outcomes of school attendance (absences, truancy) will also be examined.…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, School Restructuring, Intervention, Dropouts
Bourdon, Carrie M., Ed.; Carducci, Rozana, Ed. – 2002
This paper offers a synthesis of 27 community college issues derived from recent books, journals, and ERIC documents. It presents single-page statements that each include a research finding, comments, and references. The findings are divided into nine topics: administration and governance, faculty, student achievement and persistence, curriculum…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, College Administration, College Faculty, Community Colleges
Utah State Office of Education, Salt Lake City. – 2002
This document presents materials to assist Utah school personnel who are initiating, implementing, or improving work-based learning opportunities for students. The document presents detailed guidelines for creating and maintaining work-based learning systems in schools and resource materials for improving existing work-based opportunities. Formal…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Articulation (Education), Career Counseling, Compliance (Legal)