ERIC Number: EJ1321928
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
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High School Factors Predicting Enrollment in Developmental Courses
Whiton, John C.; Rethinam, Vasuki; Preuss, Michael D.
Journal of Developmental Education, v42 n1 p8-14, 32 Fall 2018
This study examines the relationship between specific high school factors and students' enrollment in a developmental course. Since there is a dearth of research linking high school factors and developmental course enrollment, the theoretical constructs (human, cultural, and social factors) for this study were taken from another study of factors that impact postsecondary enrollment. The study sample consisted of first-time students enrolled at a community college. Data were collected using a survey. Logistic regression analysis indicated three predictors significantly related to the outcome: a cultural capital variable; highest math level in high school; and household income. Implications for practice are discussed.
Descriptors: Predictor Variables, High School Students, Developmental Studies Programs, Two Year College Students, Community Colleges, Mathematics Achievement, Family Income, Socioeconomic Status, Cultural Capital, Social Capital, College Readiness, Grade Point Average, College Freshmen, Racial Differences, Ethnicity, Language Usage
National Center for Developmental Education. Appalachian State University, P.O. Box 32098, Boone, NC 28608-2098. Tel: 828-262-3057; Fax: 828-262-7183; Web site: https://journals.library.appstate.edu/index.php/jde/index
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Two Year Colleges
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Language: English
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