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Peer reviewedPeterman, Dana S. – Journal of Applied Research in the Community College, 2000
Cites recent publications about developmental education. Offers annotated references to nine reports, studies, and briefs that cover issues ranging from the academic success of remedial students to the effectiveness of institutions' remedial programs. (NB)
Descriptors: Basic Writing, Bibliographies, Community Colleges, Developmental Studies Programs
Peer reviewedZhang, Xiao Ying – Journal of Applied Research in the Community College, 2000
Examines developmental/remedial programs at public two-year institutions across four geographical regions of the United States in order to investigate regional variations in these programs. Analyzes operational characteristics, institutional policies, and student participation and performance. Provides recommendations for practitioners,…
Descriptors: Basic Writing, Community Colleges, Developmental Studies Programs, Remedial Instruction
Peer reviewedPalmer, Jim – Journal of Applied Research in the Community College, 1995
Lists the latest ERIC documents that describe institutional and state studies of community college remedial programs. Provides bibliographical information and a brief abstract of relevant documents. (YKH)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Developmental Studies Programs, Dropouts, Educational Assessment
Peer reviewedFeldman, Mary Jane – Journal of Applied Research in the Community College, 1995
Discusses analysis of student transcripts at Niagara County Community College, which showed a positive correlation between success in basic skills courses and success in regular college courses. (YKH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Records, Basic Skills, College Curriculum
Peer reviewedClaggett, Craig A. – Journal of Applied Research in the Community College, 1996
Presents findings made by the Campus Retention Committee at Prince George's Community College in Maryland regarding the improvement of student persistence and achievement at the college. Recommends strengthening developmental course work, mathematics education, and student support programs. Includes eight data tables and 17 references. (JDI)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Community Colleges, Developmental Studies Programs
