Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Fostering a Holistic Path to College. |
| Authors: |
Savitz-Romer, Mandy, Bouffard, Suzanne M. |
| Source: |
Education Week. 3/14/2012, Vol. 31 Issue 24, p22-24. 3p. |
| Subjects: |
COLLEGE bound students, STUDENT development, PSYCHOLOGY of students, IDENTITY (Psychology) in youth, COLLEGE preparation programs, ACADEMIC motivation |
| Abstract: |
The article reflects on ways to encourage high school students to go to college, focusing on aspects of student development beyond academic achievement. The author looks at various college-readiness services, the use of psychological studies related to student behavior and motivation to foster a developmental approach for college preparation, and the value of identity exploration. Also discussed is the need for training among teachers and counselors to support college-preparation initiatives. |
| Database: |
Teacher Reference Center |
