Descriptor
| College Credits | 1 |
| College Instruction | 1 |
| Higher Education | 1 |
| National Surveys | 1 |
| Program Length | 1 |
| Scheduling | 1 |
| School Schedules | 1 |
| Semester System | 1 |
| Time Factors (Learning) | 1 |
Source
| College and University | 1 |
Author
| Munson, Glenn W. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 1 |
| Reports - Research | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedMunson, Glenn W. – College and University, 1990
A national survey of colleges and universities gathered information on variation in academic calendars across schools and over time; how many days, weeks, or minutes are considered necessary for a semester or a unit of academic credit; and who sets those standards. Results suggest little standardization and a shrinking semester. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Credits, College Instruction, Higher Education, National Surveys
