From GED to College: Perspectives, Practices and Goals of GED Students and GED Recipients.

Smith, M. Cecil; Locke, Susan G.

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ERIC Number: EJ595561

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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From GED to College: Perspectives, Practices and Goals of GED Students and GED Recipients.

Smith, M. Cecil; Locke, Susan G.

Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, v16 n1 p49-55 Fall 1999

Describes a study that contrasted General Education Development (GED) program students to a group of adults who had recently completed the GED and had then "transitioned" into the college's academic programs. Finds that transition students' enjoyment of learning, studying practices, and satisfaction with the GED program were significantly greater than that of the GED students. Contains 12 references. (EMH)

Descriptors: College Preparation, Community Colleges, Comparative Analysis, Developmental Studies Programs, High School Equivalency Programs, High School Graduates, Remedial Programs, Two Year College Students, Two Year Colleges

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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