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GED Completion, Philosophy, and Learning Support: A Holistic Approach to Juvenile Correctional Education
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Lollar, Jonathan; Bernal, Cesar – Journal of College Academic Support Programs, 2020
Studies have found that educational credential attainment could reduce recidivism-- committing a criminal offense after being released from incarceration--by a significant amount (Davis et al., 2013; Lee College, 2019; Northwestern, 2020). Therefore, the philosophy department needed to create a program that would increase high-school-equivalency…
Descriptors: Equivalency Tests, High School Equivalency Programs, Credentials, Juvenile Justice
START! The Successful Transitions and Retention Track Program: A Comprehensive Approach to Supporting GED Holders Entering College
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Nix, J. Vincent; Michalak, Megan B. – Journal of Adult Education, 2012
Students entering college face many obstacles to success. Students who received a General Education Development (GED) face additional barriers that must be addressed in order for success in higher education. The Successful Transitions and Retention Track Program employs a holistic approach to addressing the needs of GED holders entering college.
Descriptors: High School Equivalency Programs, Holistic Approach, College Students, Barriers