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Download full textTomlinson, Louise M. – 1989
The digest is based on a full length report (with the same title) on postsecondary developmental programs. The full report provides a definitive review of the literature and institutional practice on the topic. Postsecondary developmental programs at institutions of higher education encompass a variety of courses and services that are conducted to…
Descriptors: College Preparation, College Students, Developmental Programs, Educational Development
Passow, A. Harry – 1990
Evaluations of compensatory education programs provided under Chapter 1 of the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act (ECIA) indicate that the traditional provision of a less challenging curriculum, limited achievement goals, and emphasis on pull-out programs for compensatory instruction actually hamper the ability of low-achieving students…
Descriptors: Class Organization, Cognitive Development, Compensatory Education, Curriculum Development
