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Peer reviewedWaycaster, Pansy – Inquiry, 2001
Describes a study that sought to identify which remedial programs are most effective in community colleges. Reports that five college classrooms were visited at various times to observe teaching methods and class attendance. Concludes that one mode of instruction is not a panacea for all students and that colleges should offer at least two modes…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Community Colleges, Developmental Studies Programs, Learning Problems
Peer reviewedKozeracki, Carol A. – Community College Review, 2002
Discusses the meaning and extent of developmental education in community colleges and higher education. Presents some current controversies, examines outcomes-related data, and addresses issue of faculty training in the field. (Contains 57 references.) (AUTH/NB)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Community Colleges, Compensatory Education, Developmental Studies Programs
Direct linkPerin, Dolores – Community College Journal of Research and Practice, 2004
A qualitative case study in 15 community colleges across the country found that learning assistance centers and specialized skills labs are an important means of increasing students' academic preparedness for postsecondary study. Since these facilities provide instruction or support in reading, writing, and math skills, it appears that they play a…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Mathematics Skills, Educational Strategies, Education Courses
Perin, Dolores – Community College Journal of Research and Practice, 2004
A qualitative case study in 15 community colleges across the country found that learning assistance centers and specialized skills labs are an important means of increasing students' academic preparedness for postsecondary study. Since these facilities provide instruction or support in reading, writing, and math skills, it appears that they play a…
Descriptors: Literacy, Mathematics Skills, Learning Problems, Educational Strategies
