ERIC Number: ED606628
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 28
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2017 Effective Practices Report for Student Success, Retention, and Completion
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
This report contains ratings of effective practices used to improve student success, retention, and completion, based on a Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL) electronic poll of undergraduate officials at U.S. colleges and universities in June of 2017. The report includes: (1) effectiveness rankings for 28 general strategies and tactics, such as one-on-one advising by professional staff and giving students practical work experiences in their desired major; (2) quality ratings for three leadership practices, such as the use of a committee and a written plan to guide efforts for student success/retention/completion; and (3) effectiveness ratings for 13 population-specific programs, such as programs for under-represented students and honor students.
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Educational Practices, Program Effectiveness, Academic Achievement, School Holding Power, Graduation Rate, Academic Advising, Two Year Colleges, Work Experience Programs, Minority Group Students, Honors Curriculum, Guidance Programs, Academic Persistence
Ruffalo Noel Levitz. 1025 Kirkwood Parkway SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. Tel: 800-876-1117; e-mail: ContactUs@RuffaloNL.com; Web site: https://www.ruffalonl.com/
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Numerical/Quantitative Data
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Two Year Colleges
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL)
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