Freshmen in Science Program.

Salem, Anita; Dronberger, Jim; Kos, Edward; Wilson, Richard

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ERIC Number: EJ570870

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Publication Date: 1997

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Freshmen in Science Program.

Salem, Anita; Dronberger, Jim; Kos, Edward; Wilson, Richard

Bioscene, v23 n3 p3-8 Dec 1997

Describes a project at Rockhurst College to address attrition problems called Freshmen in Science. The project goal was to build a support system for the curriculum that would encourage students to put forth their best effort. Describes the planning process, program, and results from a six-year effort to keep students interested in science-related careers. (Author/PVD)

Descriptors: College Freshmen, Dropout Prevention, First Year Seminars, Higher Education, Program Effectiveness, Science Course Improvement Projects, Science Education, Science Interests, Student Attitudes, Student Attrition, Student College Relationship, Teacher Student Relationship

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Language: English

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