Strategies for Postsecondary Students in Developmental Education: A Practice Guide for College and University Administrators, Advisors, and Faculty. NCEE 2017-4011

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Title: Strategies for Postsecondary Students in Developmental Education: A Practice Guide for College and University Administrators, Advisors, and Faculty. NCEE 2017-4011
Language: English
Authors: Bailey, Thomas, Bashford, Joanne, Boatman, Angela, Squires, John, Weiss, Michael, Doyle, William, Valentine, Jeffrey C., LaSota, Robin, Polanin, Joshua R., Spinney, Elizabeth, Wilson, Wesley, Yelde, Martha, Young, Sarah H., National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance (ED), Development Services Group, Inc.
Source: What Works Clearinghouse. 2016.
Availability: What Works Clearinghouse. 550 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20024; e-mail: contact.WWC@ed.gov; Web site: https://whatworks.ed.gov/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 116
Publication Date: 2016
Contract Number: EDIES12C0084
Intended Audience: Administrators; Teachers
Document Type: Guides - Non-Classroom
Education Level: Postsecondary Education
Higher Education
Descriptors: Developmental Programs, Postsecondary Education, College Students, Guides, Educational Practices, Evidence Based Practice, College Readiness, Change Strategies, Check Lists, Program Implementation, Educational Strategies, Prior Learning, Measures (Individuals), Academic Advising, Incentives, Performance Based Assessment, Mainstreaming, Curriculum Design, Independent Study, Active Learning, Integrated Activities, Comprehensive Programs, Best Practices
Abstract: This practice guide presents six evidence-based recommendations for college and university faculty, administrators, and advisors working to improve the success of students academically underprepared for college. Each recommendation includes an overview of the practice, a summary of evidence used in support of the evidence rating, guidance on how to carry out the recommendation, and suggested approaches to overcome potential roadblocks. Each recommendation includes an implementation checklist as guidance for getting started with implementing the recommendation. Four appendices are included: (1) Postscript from the Institute of Education Sciences; (2) About the authors; (3) Disclosure of potential conflicts of interest; (4) Evidence summary of studies in support of ratings.
Abstractor: As Provided
IES Funded: Yes
IES Publication: https://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/PracticeGuide/23
Entry Date: 2016
Accession Number: ED570881
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This practice guide presents six evidence-based recommendations for college and university faculty, administrators, and advisors working to improve the success of students academically underprepared for college. Each recommendation includes an overview of the practice, a summary of evidence used in support of the evidence rating, guidance on how to carry out the recommendation, and suggested approaches to overcome potential roadblocks. Each recommendation includes an implementation checklist as guidance for getting started with implementing the recommendation. Four appendices are included: (1) Postscript from the Institute of Education Sciences; (2) About the authors; (3) Disclosure of potential conflicts of interest; (4) Evidence summary of studies in support of ratings.