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Peer reviewedTedrow, Jeanette W.; Rust, James O. – Reading Improvement, 1994
Finds that developmental reading students were as successful in college as low ACT nondevelopmental students but not as successful as the higher ACT students. Suggests that ACT scores and age were the best predictors of college success. Demonstrates the need for developmental classes for underprepared college freshmen. (RS)
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Dropout Research, Higher Education, Predictor Variables
Peer reviewedWebb, Mel – Community College Review, 1989
Presents a research-based model of student persistence. Concludes that high school academic achievement, needs for financial aid and employment, day/evening status, goal commitment, and expected student/college fit have primary effects on persistence, while background characteristics and academic self-confidence have secondary effects. Explains…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, Community Colleges, Dropout Characteristics, Dropouts
