MPA Learning Outcomes: Does the Cohort Format Make a Difference?.

Hebert, F. Ted.; Reynolds, Katherine C.

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ERIC Number: EJ579957

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Publication Date: 1998

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MPA Learning Outcomes: Does the Cohort Format Make a Difference?

Hebert, F. Ted.; Reynolds, Katherine C.

Journal of Public Affairs Education, v4 n4 p253-62 Oct 1998

A study compared outcomes of master's programs in public administration and other professional-education programs organized in cohort (intact student groups in lock-step course patterns) and noncohort formats. Students in cohort format had cognitive and affective learning gains equivalent or superior to traditional format students. Learning gains varied when age, gender, and progress toward degree were considered. (Author/MSE)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Curriculum, College Outcomes Assessment, Curriculum Design, Higher Education, Masters Programs, Professional Education, Program Design, Program Effectiveness, Public Administration Education, Scheduling, Student Characteristics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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