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Frost, Susan H. – National Academic Advising Association Journal, 1990
At two women's liberal arts colleges, freshman (n=127, n=140) perceptions of academic advising style were measured. Although students reported developmental advising at both institutions, the mean score at one college was significantly more developmental than at the other. Frequency of contact and an academic planning component were significant…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Comparative Analysis, Counseling Techniques, Developmental Programs
Kuh, George D.; And Others – 1991
The purpose of this study was to determine the contributions of student effort, campus environments and institutional culture to student learning in three types of institutions: small residential colleges; large residential universities; and universities located in metropolitan areas. Data sources were qualitative assessments of 13 campus cultures…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Environment, College Students, Comparative Analysis
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Mentkowski, Marcia; Loacker, Georgine – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1985
A multifaceted assessment process used at a women's college (Alverno) allows the development of each student to be observed and improved as she moves through the curriculum. A corresponding evaluation process allows the curriculum content to be validated against external, real-world standards. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Curriculum Evaluation, Educational Assessment, Evaluation Methods