Limits of Theory and Practice in Student Attrition.

Tinto, Vincent

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ERIC Number: EJ272879

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Publication Date: 1982

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Limits of Theory and Practice in Student Attrition.

Tinto, Vincent

Journal of Higher Education, v53 n6 p687-700 Nov-Dec 1982

Some policy initiatives can be effective with some forms of dropout in some subpopulations. Reduction, rather than elimination of attrition, and transfer as a means of meeting student needs should be considered more seriously. (Author/MSE)

Descriptors: Dropout Prevention, Dropout Research, Financial Support, Higher Education, Policy Formation, Research Needs, Research Problems, Student Attrition, Student Characteristics, Student College Relationship, Transfer Students

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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