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City University of New York's Accelerated Study in Associate Programs: A Comprehensive Learning Support Program Description, History, and Review of Efficacy Studies
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D. Patrick Saxon; Andi L. Thomas; Autumn B. McKelvey – Learning Assistance Review, 2024
This work examines what appears to be the most effective comprehensive learning support program ever available for underprepared college students. The Accelerated Study in Associate Programs initiative was designed and implemented at the City University of New York Community Colleges. It offers a wide range of integrated college acclimation,…
Descriptors: Acceleration (Education), Associate Degrees, Community Colleges, Student Adjustment
Early College Expansion: Propelling Students to Postsecondary Success, at a School near You
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Webb, Michael – Jobs For the Future, 2014
Early college schools are succeeding at our nation's most daunting educational challenge--propelling students from underserved backgrounds to graduate high school and earn postsecondary degrees. These schools combine high school and college in rigorous, yet supportive environments that embrace acceleration over remediation. Their "college for…
Descriptors: Postsecondary Education, Access to Education, College Preparation, College Readiness
The Traditional Approach to Developmental Education: Background and Effectiveness. Research Brief
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Horn, Aaron S.; Asmussen, John G. – Midwestern Higher Education Compact, 2014
A significant challenge in higher education is to narrow the educational attainment gap between academically prepared and unprepared students. To this end, developmental or remedial education is intended to improve the academic skills and knowledge of students who are unprepared for undergraduate coursework, particularly in the areas of…
Descriptors: Developmental Studies Programs, Remedial Programs, Remedial Instruction, Comparative Analysis
The Impact of Institutional Support Services, Policies, and Programs on the Completion and Graduation of African American Students Enrolled at Select Two-Year Colleges in Ohio
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Harmon, Martino – ProQuest LLC, 2013
According to the American Association of Community Colleges (2010), more than 40% of all African American students enrolled in postsecondary education are enrolled in two-year colleges. A review of the literature indicated that improving persistence and completion rates for African American students is a challenge that two-year colleges face. This…
Descriptors: Two Year College Students, Two Year Colleges, African American Students, Student Personnel Services
Student Services Support of Developmental Education
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Stewart, Gregory; Brewer, Gennine; Wright, Dianne Brown – NADE Digest, 2006
The process of transitioning from secondary to postsecondary education can be very complex and challenging. Many freshmen students are coming to college underprepared and in need of developmental education. The role of student services is to assist these students and their families with this important transition to postsecondary education by…
Descriptors: Developmental Studies Programs, Remedial Instruction, Student Personnel Services, Transitional Programs
Engagement by Design. Summary of 2004 Findings
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Community College Survey of Student Engagement, 2004
Each year, the Community College Survey of Student Engagement ("CCSSE") presents the results of its annual survey. These survey results help community colleges assess their educational practices so they can improve student outcomes in one of the most challenging and least understood sectors of American higher education. There are several…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, Community Colleges, Educational Practices, Educational Strategies
Engagement by Design. 2004 Findings
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Community College Survey of Student Engagement, 2004
Each year, the Community College Survey of Student Engagement ("CCSSE") presents the results of its annual survey. These survey results help community colleges assess their educational practices so they can improve student outcomes in one of the most challenging and least understood sectors of American higher education. There are several…
Descriptors: National Surveys, Learner Engagement, Community Colleges, Educational Practices