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Johnson, W. Garry; Cavins, Kathryn M. – New Directions for Student Services, 1996
Discusses research related to the impact of residence hall programs on student learning. Examines the educational potential of residence halls and suggests ways to develop community. Reviews 19 programs focusing on student learning, grouped under approaches such as faculty involvement, first-year experience, theme housing, residential colleges,…
Descriptors: College Students, Dormitories, Higher Education, Learning Strategies

Robinson, Debra A. G.; And Others – New Directions for Student Services, 1996
Examines the role of orientation programs from a student learning perspective and reviews current orientation programming practices. Argues that orientation programs facilitate the transition and integration of students into the college learning environment. Describes some exemplary orientation activities which demonstrate the varied aspects of…
Descriptors: College Students, Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Program Descriptions