Describes Supplemental Instruction (SI), an enrichment program offered for high-risk courses to prevent attrition and low grades. Presents results from a study to determine the effectiveness of SI in an introductory psychology course over five semesters. Indicates that students who participated in SI tended to achieve higher course grades. (AJL)

Identifies and refutes seven myths regarding developmental education. Indicates that developmental education programs have a long history in America, raise academic standards, contribute to retention, are cost-effective, serve a diverse population, should not be limited to community colleges, and do not repeat high school course offerings.…

Discusses benefits and concerns related to the use of Keller's Personalized System of Instruction (PSI), a self-paced course designed for developmental students. Presents findings from a study of psychology students who did well and who failed a modified PSI. Concludes that PSI's organizational structure did not contribute to student failure. (14…

Discusses the importance of mathematical skills in the workplace and the relationship between math anxiety and course completion rates. Describes a study evaluating the effectiveness of integrating motivational techniques and assessment practices into a developmental math course at a Texas university. Finds that the techniques enhanced student…

Describes a multifaceted intervention program for high-risk nursing students, indicating that it provides reading guides, active learning techniques, and master tutors. Discusses outcomes from the first year of implementation, highlighting positive results for the master tutors, learning contracts, and reading guides. Reviews future program…